Christmas at The Bonnivier's {Personal} Winter 2012

Deck the Halls with Disco Balls! We had Christmas early here in MO because Levi & I are heading to Philly on Sunday! Thank goodness we didn't make plans to fly out today...it's quite blustery! Dodged that travel nightmare ;-) I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful snowy day. I am loving it! (Mostly because I know tomorrow it will be back to 50 degrees). haha! Anyone else with me on that one? 

Last Saturday was so much fun! It was a very 'Springfield Christmas', complete with Elle's truffles (and by the way...holy DELISH!) and cupcakes from The Cup. We devoured some Italiano hor d'oeuvres (what a treat) and enjoyed glazed ham, roasted chicken, rice pilaf & roasted veggies for dinner. Everything was delightful! So thankful everyone could come over & celebrate with us! Love you guys!

Merry Christmas ya'll! I will be out of the office next week visiting my family on the East Coast. I hope everyone gets to steal some time off to spend with loved ones. xo

Warm wishes,

Christine

Rum balls from Elle's Patisserie

Twinsies! I would have never been able to relax if it hadn't been for Kiley...she rocks in the kitchen. :-)

You know those "Awkward Family Pictures" that we're all too familiar with? This is Andrew & Kiley's take on it...so freakin' hilarious! We laughed and laughed. :-) 

Yay for 2012! {Personal} Springfield, MO Photographers

I recapped CBP's 2012 yesterday and decided why not go down memory lane again today. :-) Levi and I have had some really fun adventures and enjoyed the company of many a fine folk this year. ;-) It has been a blast! We celebrated our 4 year Anniversary as well as 4 wonderful years in our home here in Missouri. It's hard to believe all that has happened in 4 short years. What an incredible journey it has been :-)  Tonight 'the girls' (my Mom & Sister in law, niece and dear friend Kiley) are going the Nutcracker Ballet and tomorrow we are celebrating Christmas early, before Levi & I head east to celebrate again with my side of the family. I hope everyone has a wonderful Holiday! Warm wishes and love to all this season! XO

We celebrated many Spring birthdays! Love my precious nieces and nephew  :-) 

We went to DC and visited family! 

Levi & his cousin Mike at the White House

My loves! Cousin's Em & Katie...xoxoxo

Spent some time with the Atlantic Ocean in beautiful Bethany Beach, DE. Love! 

Mike & Danielle- thanks for having us at your lovely home and for all the fun in Delaware! 

Buddha baby bear turned one. We're obsessed with him ;-) 

We spent a week in a Mexican paradise :-) 

So thankful for our wonderful friends & travel buddies Andrew & Kiley! They are such a blessing! We love you guys! 

Mexico spoiled us ;-) 

Our good friends Eric, Bethany and their adorable chessy pup Bodhi came all the way from PA to visit us! It's a big deal when someone travels a thousand miles to visit. We are so thankful! That week, we thoroughly caught up and reminisced old times. We also saw the Red Hot Chili Peppers in concert in Tulsa. Thanks again loves! 

Levi, his sister Callie & our dear friend Andrew ran A TON this year and participated in Bass Pro's Fitness Festival. I am so proud of them! 

Some of my favorite people ;-) 

Happy Holidays from The Bonniviers!!! 

Many Buddha-grams and fun little updates flooded your news feeds ;-) @christinebonnivier 

Things I love Thursday: Adieu l'automne! {Christmas 2012} Springfield, MO Photographers

Goodbye Fall! It's officially the holiday season! Time to deck the halls with disco balls! ;-) I've been so blessed to have photographed so many wonderful families & couples this fall season (and all year, for that matter). It's been go, go, go and I'm really looking forward to relaxing and spending time with friends and family these next few weeks. That is why I love Christmas :-) Everything is cheerful, sparkly, cozy and peaceful & I love it. ;-) I have all of my shopping done, as we are celebrating Christmas next week here in Missouri with Levi's family. Christmas day we will be in Pennsylvania with my family...I'm so excited! This past week or so I've been hard at work with plans & goals for 2013. There is an overwhelming amount to do but I know it will all be so worth it. We're doing a complete re-brand...logo, website, blog, business cards, bridal show booth and it's been such a great experience so far. There's a bit of a learning curve with the process and I'm really thankful for all those who have helped me thus far. Pretty exciting stuff! I'm looking forward to New Years day when we officially launch! We'll be having a cyber launch party and will be giveaway something super sweet, so be on the look out! ;-) xo-chris

Peace ornaments from CB2
White felt garland from West Elm
Wrapping paper & camera ornament from Target