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Raindrops on Roses and Garlands on Fences…
“Raindrops on Rose” is not a Christmas song. It is a “Sound of Music” song, it is an Optimistic Anthem, it is a Show Tunes Choir Song, but it is not a Christmas song. And yet, people associate it with Christmas. I’ve seen it among many other Christmas songs on compilation lists, snug between Silver […]
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Christmas Sugar Cookies
Pinterest- perfect, intricately cut- out shapes these are not. t However, they were so much fun to make, and even more fun to consume. We don’t have a standard sugar cookie recipe. We usually use whichever recipe is on the back of the powdered sugar bag. (I’m sure authentic home bakers are aghast. )
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O Little Town of Bethlehem
Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lieAbove thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go byYet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting lightThe hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.For Christ is born of Mary, and gathered all aboveWhile mortals sleep the angels keep […]
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Of course, Mary knew.
The song “Mary, did you know” has a beautiful melody, and a sweet sentiment . However, when we compare Isaiah 9, with Gabriel’s announcement to her, it’s plain to see she would have instantly knowing what Gabriel was referring to. Mary, even though she was likely in her mid teens, even though she would not […]
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Oh Come, Let u Adore Him
O come all ye faithfulJoyful and triumphantO come ye, o come ye to BethlehemCome and behold HimBorn the King of AngelsO come let us adore HimO come let us adore HimO come let us adore HimChrist the Lord Yes Lord, we greet TheeBorn this happy morningJesus to Thee be all glory giv’nWord of the FatherNow […]
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Bella’s Sweets and a Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe.
My eight year old bakes . Daily. What started as a hobby, has become an obsession. And she’s really good- and I’m not just saying that because I’m her mom. She also has a podcast that she started when she was six. It’s called Bella’s Sweets. This is Bella’s current favorite chocolate chip cookie Recipe. […]
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Cozy Homemade Christmas
There is a certain kitschyness that is completely and unabashedly acceptable at Christmas. I’m a proud Cozy Minimalist. I decorate three main areas- Front door, tree, mantle – and I keep the rest purposely clutter free. This has helped me not feel the need to pack it all away the moment Christmas is over. I […]
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Posing Puppy and Pet Portraits
Would you like a special photo of your Furry Friend this season? There are plenty of wonderful pet photographers, but perhaps you would prefer to DIY this year? Here are my tips: 1) Keep a Sense of Humor. If Fido isn’t in the right mood, it isn’t going to happen. And that’s ok. We want […]