A very merry text

Today was the 20th anniversary of the very first text message!  My dad relayed this fun little fact to me this afternoon.  The text message was sent by a software engineer in Britain from a computer keyboard and do you know what the first text message read…

“Merry Christmas!”

And in the spirit of Christmas, here are some pictures of our Christmas tree we decorated over the weekend.  My family went for a rustic, traditional theme on the Christmas tree this year.  It’s fun to switch up your decorations every once in a while.  I love the beautiful white owls and all the red berries.

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And time to send out some Christmas cards…tis the season!

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43 Responses to A very merry text

  1. Genevieve says:

    What a beautiful tree! To mimic everyone’s comments…I love the owls, such a cute touch. Merry Christmas!

  2. Your Christmas tree is absolutely beautiful! I love the ornaments and all those special touches. Thanks for visiting and commenting on my blog :)

  3. ok, you’ve convinced me– The Christmas tree is going up as soon as possible!
    Love your photoshoot!

  4. lala says:

    Hi grace i love those cute little owls on the christmas tree!!! very adorable.

    http://delightfulideas.com/

    xo lala

  5. Brittany says:

    That is a very fun little fact! Happy Birthday, texting :)

    brittanykytecreated.blogspot.com

  6. Melissa says:

    Interesting fact, I had no idea! Your photos are so festive, they are getting me in the spirit!

  7. Kallee says:

    What a cute and fun blog you have! Thanks for stopping by mine! I love all this fun Christmas stuff! I will definitely be following along!
    Kal
    http://www.kalleemae.blogspot.com

  8. sara says:

    Uaaaaaaa. LOVE IT. I am so jealous ! Wanna decorate my house NOW!
    Thanx for the comment

    http://7-sevendays.blogspot.it/

  9. Marta says:

    Many thanks for your comment about my fashion night post!!

    I love all this decorations and I really love Christhmas decorations! Lights, environment, and feelings are more special, at least for me!

    Good post!

  10. Love all these pictures! That Christmas tree is amazing! Xoxo

  11. Such a beautiful Christmas tree! love the ornaments you have!

    xxx
    http://www.ladyalamode.com

  12. Alexa says:

    beautiful decorations !! is this your tree ? its amazing.
    nice blog. I just found it today :)
    http://www.alexavoncanisius.com/blog/

  13. Anna says:

    Thank you very much for your lovely comment!
    Your blog is gorgeous too :)
    This post is so inspiring!
    Love, Anna

    http://www.fashionanna.com

  14. Sharon says:

    I heard that about the text messages on the radio this morning. Who knew?!

    The owl is adorable, I love it! Your tree came out gorgeous.

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

  15. amy says:

    Your tree is gorgeous! I love the little owl ornaments!

    http://coffeebeansandbobbypins.blogspot.com/

  16. BarbM. says:

    Love the tree, especially the berry garlands! And you’ve given me some motivation – I think I’ll start my Christmas cards today! An early Merry Christmas to you and yours!

  17. Patricia says:

    Hello dear! Thanks a lot for your visit and kind comment on my blog! I really like yours so I’m following on Bloglovin and Facebook!!
    BTW I love Christmas time too. Is one of my favourite time of the year. Those pictures are sooooo beautiful!!!
    xoxo
    Patricia

    http://misstoptenimage.blogspot.com

  18. Sam says:

    Your tree is so beautifully decorated, it reminds me of a holiday movie scene!

  19. Bravoerunway says:

    What a gorgeous tree! Thank you for initial g my blog, I really love your style the photos in the last outfit post were amazing

  20. It’s absolutely gorgeous – I love it !!

    Joanne

    http://www.balletpumpsandroses.com

    xx

  21. Heather says:

    That tree is fabulous and I love that owl ornament!

    XO
    Pearls & Paws

  22. Silvia says:

    Thank you for comming by :)

    Love your blog ,
    I am your new follower!

    Kisses,
    Silvia

    http://rock-and-roses.blogspot.ro/

  23. Your tree looks beautiful! And I love the story about the first text, it made me smile xo

  24. Such a lovely post! I am inspired now! :)

  25. Chelsea says:

    What a fun fact and I’m somewhat relieved to hear that the first text message was something of substance and not ‘so whatcha doin’?’ 😉 Lovely decor for the holidays – this definitely puts me in the Christmas spirit!

    Chelsea
    Haute Child in the City

  26. Toni says:

    Your Christmas tree is so beautiful! I love the soft white with the bold red. Very pretty. And I can’t believe the first text was sent 20 years ago. Think of how many texts have been sent since then!! Crazy! <3

    toni

  27. Viktoria says:

    so beautiful pics!

    please follow my blog if you like!
    thedaydreamings.blogspot.com

  28. sepatuholic says:

    Great pre-xmas post! very lovely pictures….
    http://sepatuholig.blogspot.com/

  29. Minikkus says:

    Hi Grace:)
    I found you from the comment of my blog post:) Your photos are really cute and proffesional;) Love your xmas tree <3
    If you like my style, you can share as xmas style in your blog. You can feel free :)
    Related post is in here http://minikkus.blogspot.com/2012/11/kaptan-magara-adam.html
    I am following you back:)
    Have a nice day ^,^

  30. Rita says:

    What a beautiful tree:)! Thank you so much for visiting my blog! I’m following you now on GFC #84! Rita @ http://www.CoastWithMe.com

  31. Angela says:

    Awww so pretty. I love all the little owl everywhere.

    Angela
    http://www.EmbraceEnchanted.com

  32. Awww that’s a very interesting tidbit on the origins of the text message…Thanks for sharing! And you sure put me right into the holiday spirit with these cheery images. Thanks too for dropping by my blog & directing me to yours….truly appreciated!

    REBECCA
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

  33. Stephanie says:

    What a beautiful tree! Love the owl, and the “snow” beneath the tree is so pretty! :)

  34. Amy says:

    Beautiful tree!! I love Christmas!
    xoAmy
    http://www.dreamingincashmere.com

  35. Zhanna says:

    Your tree looks like it came from the catalog!! Where did you get the little owls? They are so cute!!
    XO,
    Zhanna
    http://www.lifeandbows.com

    • Grace says:

      Hi Zhanna, thanks for your comment. My mom got the little owls at World Market and some others at Pier 1 and Joann Fabrics! I’m so glad you like it! xo Grace

  36. eshna says:

    I love love your christmas tree. The owl is sooo cute! Thnx for ur coment on my blog. M foll u back!

  37. thanks so much for your comments on your blog. I love your christmas tree! It is so gorgeous and festive. Also love how you incorporated those cute little owls! you have a great blog! I’m following you now on Bloglovin :)