Day 15: Seasonal Celebration

[Linda-And-Richard0]

My husband and I love sharing our Guest House and our city, San Antonio, all during the year but especially during the Holidays.  Guests will find a Christmas tree in the living room and stockings hanging at the foot of each bed.   For our family, it's all about the tastes of the Holidays.  Our traditional gift to friends and neighbors is a basket filled with homemade delights.  Our Airbnb guests will find a basket containing an assortment of cookies, candies and breads awaiting them upon arrival.  The pantry holds the makings for hot chocolate and Russian Tea to keep away the chill on cool Texas nights.

Our neighborhood has a large population of White Tail deer.  We scatter apples in the front yard for the deer to munch.  Guests can watch the deer from the comfort of the cozy living room.  The kids can keep an eye out for Rudolph, Dasher, Prancer and the rest of Santa's team.

The San Antonio River Walk is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.  During the holidays, it is alive with the vibrant colors of the season.  Strings of lights hang from the trees along the banks of the river.   The Friday after Thanksgiving is when the lights come to life.  A parade of brightly decorated river barges is the highlight of the evening.  Santa himself is riding on the last river barge.   For New Year's Eve, the city has a huge party with live music, food and a fabulous fireworks display.  The annual event is held in Hemisfair Park and Maverick Plaza in historic LaVillita.  Admission is free to all who want to ring in the New Year with 50,000 of their closest friends.

Merry Christmas Y'all,

Linda & Richard

[Clara116]

@Linda-And-Richard0  What a lovely touch of magic you painted with your Christmas post - what a joy to read about the stockings and baskets that everyone receives and I'm sure it helps to make this special time of year even more special esp. for those that might not celebrate or do much of anything. 

And the painting in my mind of the deer munching on the apples so close by was the kicker and the best for me. Thanks for adding a sweet touch of magic - I needed that indeed. Many blessings to you both and Merry Christmas, Clara