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Reflecting on My Stay at The Golden Door

March 18, 2019

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Nothing brings the festive spirit to life quite like a family gingerbread house competition ✨🏠
Laughter in the kitchen, icing-covered fingers, a little friendly rivalry and plenty of sweet memories made along the way. It’s not about who wins — it’s about coming together, slowing down and celebrating the magic of being present with the people you love 🤍

Moments like these are the ones worth journalling and holding onto long after the holidays are over.

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✨🎄 Quick & Easy Christmas Hot Chocolate 🎄✨

Looking for a cosy Christmas treat in under 5 minutes? Say no more. ☕️✨
This quick and easy hot chocolate is your shortcut to instant festive bliss — rich, creamy, and perfect for those warm, twinkly holiday nights.

All you need:
• Your favourite milk
• 1–2 tbsp cocoa
• A touch of sugar or honey
• A dash of cinnamon (trust us!)
• Marshmallows or whipped cream to finish 🎁

Heat, whisk, pour… sip. Pure Christmas magic. ✨
Tag someone who’d make this with you! 🎅❤️

✨ Christmas Decor Tour — Part 2 ✨
Welcome to the final stop on my Christmas decoration tour!

The house is now fully transformed, and in this last instalment I’m sharing the remaining festive spaces that bring all the holiday magic together. From the cosiest corners to the statement pieces that make Christmas feel unforgettable, every room has its own sparkle and story.

In Part 2, you’ll see the finishing touches — the glowing trees, the warm ambient lights, and the little details that complete this year’s Christmas look. It’s the perfect finale to a home that’s officially ready for the season.

Thank you for following along on the tour — the holiday cheer is truly in full swing!

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Some of my little fur babies 🤍🐈

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✨ Christmas Decor Tour — Part 1 ✨
Welcome to the first stop on my Christmas decoration tour! 🎄💫
The house is officially transformed, and I’m so excited to share all the festive corners that are bringing the holiday magic to life this year.

In Part 1, we’re kicking things off with the first rooms all dressed up in twinkling lights, warm tones, and little touches that make Christmas feel extra special. From cosy nooks to sparkling surfaces, every detail has been thoughtfully styled to celebrate the season.

More festive moments coming in Part 2 — stay tuned for the next room reveal! 🎁✨

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✨ Lazy hot summer days with the cats ✨
There’s nothing better than slow afternoons spent stretched out in the shade, listening to the cicadas and watching the fur babies melt into little puddles of purrs. Long naps, warm breezes and soft whisker kisses — this is summer at its sweetest. ☀️🐾

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Step 3: DONE ✨🎄
And just like that… the tree is officially complete. I love watching how people decorate their trees, and some are simply amazing. Like my sister in law’s tree. For me, I like things more traditional and with a whole lot of decorations in all shapes and sizes - including real pine cones 🌲

The warm weather made this year’s decorating a slow, steady process — but the final result was so worth it. ✨
Thanks for following along… the Christmas magic has truly arrived. 🌟🎁

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Step 2: DONE ✨🎄
The decorations are finally going up! Baubles, and more, and all the festive sparkle are finding their perfect place on the tree.
It’s been a warm week, so decorating has definitely been a slow, step-by-step process — but we’re nearly there! One more step to go and the tree will be complete. Stay tuned for the final reveal. 🎁🌟

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Step 1: DONE ✨🎄
The tree is up, the lights are twinkling, and the Christmas magic is officially underway. ✨💫
Can’t wait to add the decorations next… stay tuned for step 2! 🎁🤍

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On Sunday we wandered through the beautiful, timeworn grounds of Old Rouse Hill House — a quiet pocket of history tucked into Sydney’s northwest. Exploring its gardens and preserved rooms felt like stepping back in time, and learning about the Rouse family’s legacy gave the day an even deeper meaning. There’s something grounding about visiting places where stories still linger in the walls. ✨🏡

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