year 2011 in summary

Exactly one year ago I made a short list on my blog about things I was proud of or what had been new in the year that had gone by. I thought of making a similar list also this year. Though i feel this year's list is going to be harder to make, I'll do my best in summing up the year 2011. 

The year 2011 was made of:

Welcoming new friends and saying goodbye to old ones. 

Jumping into new adventures.

Beginning my studies, although i still don't know what i want to study.

And as last year, leaping from a previous stage in life into a whole new one.

Have a great year 2012! 

Yuletides

It's been a while since my last update. I meant to post some pictures of Christmas candies I made the last time I was in Kokkola, but forgot my camera there so I couldn't upload any pictures until now. So this time I've got a lot of pics to share ;) 

First I want to share some things that are important to me in Christmas 

First and for most the birth of Christ is the number one thing. This Chistmas I've heard some talk about whether Christmas is a Christian  or a pagan celebration, but for me it doesn't matter as long as you respect your traditions. 

I love spending the holiday with my family and my dearest friends who all are actually scattered around the world. This specific holiday we all have gathered to one place and I have the the great opportunity to enjoy everybody's company.

As a last thing I want to mention the atmosphere. There's just something special in the air when you light some candles, sit by the Christmas tree and listen to some carols. Do I need to say more?

This week I have been preparing for Christmas eve by baking lots of cakes and candies. Here's some picture of my makings this week

 These candies I made the last time when I was in Kokkola

Our dog Miska waiting for his presents and keeping watch over the tree

Christmas is coming..

I just wanted to share a post now when it's the wonderful time of advent. The Christmas is right around the corner and we don't have many decorations up yet, except for this star hanging in the window.

I'm for the weekend at my mom's place and I can really feel Christmas when I'm here <3