BETH’S HOLIDAY FAVORITES

Favorite Christmas Song

Merry Christmas, Darling – The Carpenters; my sister Coleen passed away in 1977 when she was 23 years old. I was only 8 at the time, but every year my mom would play this song over and over because it reminded her of Colleen. It’s my favorite, and Maria and Sophie love it, too.

FAVORITE CHRISTMAS MOVIE

White Christmas

WHAT’S THE BEST GIFT YOU’VE EVER GIVEN

When my girls were little, we got them American Girl dolls. They loved them so much, and the adults, especially my mom, loved them just as much!

Tell Us A Special Holiday Memory

The year my niece got a karaoke machine and my mom sang a Patsy Cline song! All the grandchildren were stunned!

YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY

Tradition

My mom always made “pigs in a blanket” the night we decorated the Christmas tree. She would set up a picnic on the floor under the tree for my sisters and me. My mom passed away 12 years ago, but it’s a tradition we continue today.

Favorite Local Shop

The White House Co – I bought my favorite petal pink velvet chair that is just the right size for my “getting ready” room. They constantly change up their displays and items, so it’s like a new store every time I go in!

FAVORITE RESTAURANT

Tru Blu Social Club – I love the atmosphere because there is just enough music that you can’t hear other people’s conversations, but it is not too loud. I also like the lighting. It’s relaxing and the food is great, especially the popovers!

HOW DO YOU DECORATE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE

I put up two trees. Our tree upstairs is all red and gold, full of poinsettias, gold/red ribbon, red cardinals, and gold/red bulbs. The tree downstairs is full of ornaments the girls made, were given, and even some from when Bruce and I were kids.

Favorite Winter Activity

Going to the lake and making chicken and dumplings or soup. I love how cozy it is when the snow is falling, and we sit by the fireplace.