It seems like after all of these years of blogging, I'd find it quite simple to change up the header and background for the seasons.

However, that is so not the case.

I find it a test of my patience each time I make the attempt.

What worked last time doesn't seem to work the next time.

Gigantic headers, off center headers, chopped off headers.

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I think I need a course in Easy, Effortless Blog Design 101.

I've been plucking away at it now for close to an hour...

even consulted my blog bible... the place where I jot down tips and tricks I see along the way.

My efforts have yielded a re-run of last years efforts and this time part of the header is chopped off.  Egads!!

I consulted that link I have bookmarked... the one telling me how to center my header.  It worked like a charm last time.  Not so much this time.

Ho Ho Ho

When I finished creating this masterpiece and went to "view blog" I thought "what a big, busy looking mess I've made"

 It didn't help that my colorful Thanksgiving collage was residing right below the header.  Talk about too much going on at once.

In the interest of making things somewhat less busy, a sparkly white candle has replaced the collage.

Alright, now that I have gotten that off my chest...

onto more pleasant topics.

Isn't this a fun time to wander through blogland?

Inspiration to be found at every turn.

I am so enjoying the opportunity to tour decorated homes, pick up simple ideas for cooking, baking, wrapping, etc.

I also love reading about the different traditions people embrace during the holiday season.

Every year I am reminded of what a joy and pleasure it is to be able to do this.

There's been a lot of talk recently about how blogging has changed so much in the past few years.  I agree, but I also think there's a place for all of us and for that I am thankful.

Until next time (when I hope to be done with the Christmas decorating),