Old St. Nick is a favorite of mine at Christmas.
I don't have a true vintage St. Nick,
but I do have a small vintage style Santa Claus collection.
There's a charm about them that I love...
one that speaks to me about the spirit of giving.
After all, isn't that what Christmas is about?
One of our family's traditions at Christmastime was to
remember a family we knew to be in need...
often one whose husband/father was experiencing unemployment...
something we were familiar with ourselves...
and give in some way to that family.
One such year, we had a friend with a family of five children,
with whom we were blessed to be able to share.
Our children bought and wrapped toys for the five kids, and
my husband and I bought groceries for the family.
I'm sure you all have similar stories and experiences...
and can agree that there is so much fun, joy, and blessing in giving!
I appreciate you all stopping by for a visit,
Mary Alice
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Mary Alice I love all your St. Nicks!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful memories..
You have a wonderful collection!
ReplyDeleteLove your collection and your Christmas vignettes! What a wonderful tradition to help others in need.And the true meaning of Christmas!
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Anne
Your vintage Santas are beautiful and I love your sweet vignettes. You have expressed the meaning of giving at Christmas. Beautiful post! Pamela
ReplyDeleteI like where you have the Santa's. You have the true spirit of Christ. xo, Olive
ReplyDeleteI love how you displayed your Santas, among greenery and vintage items.
ReplyDeleteYour Santas are wonderful. Love the tinsel Santa. So unique and beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMary Alice, I have a soft spot for vintage Christmas ornaments and Santa figures. Enjoyed seeing your vignettes..........Sarah
ReplyDeleteYears ago, in hard times, my family was graced with a small but none-the-less generous gift at Christmastime. I can't tell you how it touched me or still does years later. There are no words. What a meaningful tradition it is to share your good fortune.
ReplyDeleteyour decorations are adorable!
ReplyDeletethanks for the reminder about the true meaning of christmas.
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I love the vintage style Santas and snowmen and bring them home when I find them at a reasonable price.
ReplyDeleteI agree. This is the season of giving and right now especially there are so many people in need of a helping hand. Thanks for the reminder.
ReplyDeleteYour St. Nick collection is beautiful and each one unique! I can't wait to see the rest of your home all decorated :O)
ReplyDelete~Des
Your Santa's are cute and vintage-ee. My mom used to give my grandmother one every year and now that she is getting really old she started giving them all to the grand kids. I got a cute one this year. A sweet thing to collect.
ReplyDeleteSo true! It is much better to give than to receive...
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Deb
Mary Alice, what a great, meaningful tradition! Love the 'sneak peeks' of your holiday decorations-especially the little tree in the first pic! So cute!
ReplyDeleteSusan
My sister has a Santa collection and I love it. These are wonderful!!! Truly wonderful!
ReplyDeleteA wonderful collection and a lovely post!
ReplyDeleteI love your santa collection they are so beautiful. The one with with face in the star is neat. Love your bottle brush tree too.
ReplyDeleteCynthia
Love you Santa displays but love the story of your kind hearted giving even better! I'm sure they have never forgotten you kindness and your kids learned the true meaning of the season.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous collection of vintage Santas! You have created such fabulous vignettes with them as well. Your tradition of sharing is the true spirit and meaning of Christmas, though.
ReplyDeleteAn inspiring story.
Hugs,
Patti
Your collections are lovely and great vignettes. What is beautiful about your post is the tradition of sharing and the true meaning of Christmas. Thanks for sharing it with us.
ReplyDelete~Emily
The French Hutch
What wonderful Santas! Everything looks so warm and cozy!
ReplyDeleteI love all your Santas. I have several myself, but I like yours better. :)
ReplyDeleteI love your Santas. They add great personality to your home.
ReplyDeleteGlad you shared how the Lord uses your family to bless others.
You are so right. There are always people in need right now and we should share whatever we can with those that are less fortunate. I love your vintage santas and other adorable decorations!
ReplyDeletelove the gathering of jolly guys, mary alice! and that cute tree in the first pic:)
ReplyDeleteSantas are awesome! And that little Christmas tree is just wonderful!
ReplyDeleteYour Santa collection is amazing! I love your family tradition of giving to a family in need.
ReplyDeleteLove all your vintage collectibles. What a great, unified look.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing all of your vintage goodies with us at the All Star Block Party. I'm featuring them at the start of tonight's party! Here is the link:
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Shasta @InTheOldRoad