Yes, the most important aspects of Christmas are God and being with family. But I’d be lying through my chocolate-covered teeth if I told you I didn’t get excited about presents!
I loved every single one of my presents this year, but on the blog I’ll highlight some that are related to veganism:
The first present was definitely one of my favorites, due to the thought behind it. It came from my very dear friend, Evey, and it was the first present I’ve ever received from a blogger friend! 
A few weeks ago, I didn’t think it was possible for Evey (Vegan Nurse) to get any sweeter. But after receiving the above package from her, I stand corrected; Evey’s even MORE caring that I’d originally thought! Thank you so much, Evey, for brightening my Christmas with vegan chocolates, and, even more importantly, with your kindness and friendship!
The second present– also a favorite– is from another dear friend… who hasn’t always been a dear friend! As a little kid, I would never have said my sister was my friend. But now? Now she is one of the most amazing girls I’m privileged to know. Below is one of her presents to me (an apron from Anthropologie). 
As for the third present—this was a gift from me, to my wonderful mommy (who has a santa collection). It’s Mr. Potato Head Santa! Mr. Potato said that I could feature him in this post because hey, he IS a vegetable, after all!
Look at the cute scottie gift bag 
). I love how, at Christmastime, there’s an abundance of scottie-themed merchandise available– towels, ornaments, plates, pajamas, etc. 
Sadly, I’ve yet to see any Henry-themed items.
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Fabulous gifts!!
Aww what lovely presents! I got some really lovely stuff this year too, including some Scottie pyjamas which funnily enough I’m wearing right now! =)
haha oh yay, such a great Christmas!
lo0o0ove the look of those chocolates
Cool…I love that Mr. Potato Head!
A present from me to Henry: a kiss!!
he he he love the mr potato head so cute, glad you loved all your pressies hope your new year is great
so cuute, I loove giving great gifts to family members!
I want a Mr. Potato head Santa! So cute, and the apron, too!
Adorable Apron!
Love the gifts =)
i love fun gifts like the ones you got! the apron is super cute on you!! henry prob got something special? my friend has a stocking for her puppy haha
You sure did get some amazing presents! How did you like this weather we had today?
Yay, what great presents! I love scottie dogs!
aw, bloggers are awesome!!
great apron from your sis, too
I love scotties because they look so much like schnauzers!
Cute apron!
Kudos to Evie – so thoughtful. You got some great gifts. I love anything from Anthropologie!
Haha! I got the exact same apron for Christmas from my mom! I will now think of you every time I wear it:)
gorgeous face but you are waaayyy too skinny. EAT BABY EAT
I am sure that apron will look good on you! Those are fantastic gifts. And by the way – Happy New Year!
Those gifts are so adorable! I particularly love the scottie bag and Santa Potatohead!
Wow! What better gift for a CCV than chocolate?! I love happy mail!
Now, I am having major Potato Head envy!! I bought a basic one for Guppy when I was in the US last summer, but a Santa Head? That is the coolest!
Great Gifts! I Love that apron!!
lol! you got a mr. potato head? that’s just freaking awesome!! great presents, lucky girl~
I love teh gifts!!! The apron is SO cute! And vegan chocolate? YUMMY!
Oh and you should definitelu pull an all nighter sometime, they are so much fun. Just the thought that you actually did it is awesome, haha
Fabulous presents! That chocolate looks heavenly. And I’m sure Henry will acquire his own line of merchandise soon enough–after all, he’s become famous on your blog!
You had a great Christmas. I love that apron!
oh my goodness, Henry is just TOO adorable- those facial expressions! I swear dogs have just as much personality as humans.
I just did a post about green smoothies that reminded me about your spinach smoothie you made a while ago. Check it out!
Love Always,
Leading Lady Lis
leadingladylis.blogspot.com
Ooh, I love the apron!
the presents are all so awesome. mmmm… chocolate
that’s so cool that your dad wears a santa hat. he looks really happy. and so does henry despite his lack of merchandise.
Ha ha that Mr. Potato heal santa’ a good one! Great presants! Happy belated christmas! =)
Love the gifts, all of them. But most especially the Potato Head! How awesome is that
i lovvve your apron! its so cute
i got a question for ya though.. i recently found agar agar flakes (!!!) and so i tried out your chocolate pudding recipe..put it in the fridge last night, and tonight i took it out..and put it in the blender and it is not a pudding consistency AT ALL. haha i’m not sure what i did wrong, any tips? i thought i followed your recipe to a t…
thanks doll!
Sophie got so many presents. Even my mom and mother-in-law sent her doggie presents!! So I feel for Henry
Aww, Henry! I have a belly rub with his name written all over it!
Mr. Potato Head Santa! I love it, and all your presents!
By the way, you are the only person I know that can have such a beautiful smile with chocolate-covered teeth!
Your presents are so fun! I love Mr. Potato heads.
mmmm CHOCOLATE! love the apron too!
vegan chocolates and a cute apron! i love all of your fun gifts
poor henry! he must feel so left out!
yay for vegan chocolate and sharing the holidays with loved ones. and even awesomer-(is that a word?) is your holistic veganness. to me being vegan goes way beyond what i’m eating these days, it’s about tikkun olam-(hebrew commandment to heal the world).
you can never have enough aprons!!! i collect them, but usually end up cooking in my bathrobe haha which of course, i have an abundance of those too
Wow, those chocolates do look good, haha.. and I’m so glad you liked them!
You totally deserved them for being such a dear friend of mine!
That apron is so cute! Love it! As well as that cute potato head!
Andrea– Yup, Henry definitely has his own stocking too. He and Molly each received a bone that is bigger than their own heads. And the other day, I walked in the room to find Henry with BOTh bones!
Laci– Thanks for the Christmas wishes! And Happy Belated Christmas to you as well
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what a cute apron!