Today in Church, we were asked what Christmas traditions we grew up with that reminded us of Christ. I racked my brain…It’s pretty sorry when it takes a major cerebral workout to think of a Christmas tradition that reminds me of Christ. Of course it could be the birth-of-children-induced forgetfulness because I know my mom… Continue Reading
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Christmas Miracles
When I was younger and my family was more economically challenged, I would await in anticipation each Christmas for a “Secret Santa,” — a visit from someone who saw a need and delivered untold goodies and gifts. A few Christmases, we were fortunate to be the beneficiaries of such kindness, but not all. With the… Continue Reading
Baby’s Christmas Tree…from Top to Bottom
Many significant “firsts” to observe during a baby’s first year…including baby’s first Christmas. Why not celebrate your new addition along with this special holiday by decorating a baby themed tree? Here are ideas to make baby’s Christmas tree memorable from top to bottom! Trees, Lights, and Color Scheme Start with type and placement when selecting… Continue Reading
With a [Christmas] Song in Our Hearts
It’s the first Sunday of December. That means we’ll go to church and get to sing Christmas songs. I love December at church when we sing Christmas songs all month. I love Christmas music. Well, I love music, but I especially love Christmas music. I have at least a full 24 hours worth of Christmas… Continue Reading
Come to the dark side. . .
. . . we have cookies. And, boy, do we have cookies. I love to bake and Christmas is about the most fun time there is for making wonderful, delicious cookies. After all, how can you leave cookies and milk for Santa without cookies? This is my favorite Christmas cookie recipe. The basic recipe may… Continue Reading
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My heart has been pretty full the last little while. As many of you know, my son has a rare neuromuscular disorder–one that will, someday, take his life. We have been privileged to be in contact with other parents whose children are afflicted with this disease. While that is in so many ways a blessing,… Continue Reading
quotable quotes: what Christmas is all about
From the New Testament: And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear… Continue Reading
Three Kings Found the Lord
My favorite holiday story is The Fourth Wise Man. There are different versions of it, but the one I know and love tells the tale of a man named Artaban. Artaban was supposed to meet the other Wise Men when the star proclaiming the Savior’s birth appeared. They had a plan to travel to the… Continue Reading
No Holiday Skipping
That’s the husband’s rule. Of course, this is not a hard and fast rule–we watched Fred Claus the other day, clearly skipping two major American holidays and one English (can I get a shout out for Guy Fawkes day!?!). But it does apply to things like decorating: no Christmas trees will be seen before Thanksgiving… Continue Reading
A Blended Christmas
Second marriages are really tough. For one thing, when you’re young and newly married, you’re young… and newly married… LOL. You learn and grow together. You figure out what works and what doesn’t. You make your traditions; you decide how you want to raise your children; they’re yours from the start. You get into a… Continue Reading