All I want for Christmas...

...is for this vacation to never end. It's been the perfect mix of adventurous and relaxing.




I also wouldn't turn down a few more design books to add to my library. I tried to be really thoughtful while putting together a list of these favorites to share with you guys (you know, in case you need some really last minute gift ideas), but I feel like I'm missing some special ones. Do you have any very favorite design books you'd love to get or give?

Check out my list HERE.

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23 comments:

  1. pve designDecember 22, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    enjoy....wishing you a merry little christmas and a happy new year.
    pve

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  2. Helena - A Diary of LovelyDecember 22, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    Have a lovely time!
    Wishing you and all your beautiful family a Merry Christmas and a fantastic New year

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  3. LaurieDecember 22, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Great pictures! Enjoy every minute.

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  4. JillDecember 22, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Dreamy.

    Have a great time and soak up every minute!

    Merry Christmas!!

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  5. Linda@ Lime in the CoconutDecember 22, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Enjoy your paradise!! Merry Christmas!

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  6. LindsayDecember 22, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    You and your girls are so cute! Enjoy your vacay :)

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  7. Bethany [at] Powell Brower HomeDecember 22, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    dude - where are you? looks fantastic!

    i would love some new decor books too! i asked for 'equestrian style' and the jan showers book. is that one any good?

    Bethany
    http://powellbrower.blogspot.com/2011/12/living-room-reimagined.html

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  8. ShannonDecember 22, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    My wish list this year includes "In the Pink" and "Regency Redux". I've also been curious about "The Perfectly Imperfect Home". Your pick of "The Way Home" looks amazing, I'll be checking that one out, thanks!

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  9. AnnDecember 22, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    I'd add these design books to your list: LIVE, LOVE & DECORATE by Martyn Lawrence Bullard; Bunny Williams' SCRAPBOOK FOR LIVING; Barclay Butera LIVING IN STYLE; and NEW CLASSIC INTERIORS by Alessandra Branca.

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  10. le petit captainDecember 22, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    I grew up in Honolulu!!! Glad you're having a blast!!!

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  11. The Buzz Blog @ Diane James HomeDecember 22, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Love the pictures of you and your girls - it looks like you are having a great time! I would add any book by Michael Smith (it helps that our flowers are in so many of his interiors!). Have a wonderful (warm) Christmas, Cynthia

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  12. Jennifer@Simply DecorateDecember 22, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Looks like a lot of fun! Love the pics.. the kiddos are adorable!

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  13. Marcus DesignDecember 22, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Awww your pictures are so sweet Jenny, looks like so much fun!

    Merry Christmas to you and your family, stay safe and enjoy! Hugs,
    Nancy xo

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  14. AussieDecember 22, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    those legs... they remind me of my little girls. Wonderful, chubby, beautiful legs!

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  15. Tracy K-dollarsandsensedecor.comDecember 22, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    These are great book choices. I also have The Perfectly Imperfect Home on my Christmas list!

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  16. Hollie @ I'm Busy ProcrastinatingDecember 22, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    Ah, the Byodo-In Temple! It was one of our stops on the "Lost" tour we did while visiting Oahu a few years ago. The temple was used to portray Sun's father's house. (Which is only meaningful if you watched the show, of course.) Would love to be back on Oahu again ... I understand why you don't want your vacation to end!

    By the way, upholstering a tufted headboard right now. My staple gun is the worst ever, so I just popped on your blog to search whether you have a favorite staple gun. :)

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  17. UnknownDecember 23, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    What a great vacation! I love going on trips around the holidays!

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  18. kalanicutDecember 23, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Ah, I know exactly where every one of those photos was taken. Love that place -- all those places. Happy to hear you're having a marvelous time! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

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  19. adriannaDecember 24, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Please don't flag me as spam :( I found this etsy seller I thought you would love! LeahDuncan has a black print with floral on it as well as beautiful multicolored tea towels I think can be framed..just wanted to share. I always read your blog but hardly ever comment since I'm usually on my "vintage" cell phone :) Enjoy Hawaii..puliki honi honi xoxo!

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  20. Apartments in GreenvilleDecember 25, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Such a lovely vacation!

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  21. chibiaionDecember 26, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Great shot! Love those quirky pose and those smiles, adorable. Have a warm and blessed holiday! :D

    buy aion account

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  22. UnknownDecember 27, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Sounds like you're having a blast! Merry belated Christmas to you and your cute family.
    I think I had a dream last night where you shared your doll house. I can't wait to see how it turned out!

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  23. SusanJanuary 1, 2012 at 8:54 PM

    I love The Perfectly Imperfect Home by Deborah Needleman

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