What started out as a day to remember a dear Christian brother named Valentine has morphed into a celebration of romantic love. Both are wonderful things to celebrate. I look forward to roses and a big box of chocolates on St. Valentine’s...
Read moreOur Christmas Morning Celebration
Early in our marriage we established a meaningful, yet simple Christmas morning celebration that we still enjoy today! We enjoy Bible reading, Christmas carol singing, “Happy Birthday to Jesus,” cinnamon rolls, and presents. In that...
Read moreHomeschool Joy with Meredith & Laura – Merry Christmas Traditions
It’s Christmastime again and Meredith and Laura want to share with you some of the fun traditions that their families enjoy. Tune in and learn a little about everybody’s favorite Candy Cane.
Read moreLet Kids Help You Shop & Wrap Christmas Presents
Train kids for a year or two to help you shop and wrap presents and you will have the most effective little elves this side of the North Pole
Read more11 Christmas Gifts That Keep on Giving
I love giving Christmas presents each year! I love to choose gifts that I think the person will enjoy. In recent years, I’ve found myself wanting to give gifts that are useful, that keep giving to my beloveds during the year or even for...
Read moreInspirational Christmas Picture Books Your Children Will Love
Reading Christmas picture books aloud is a meaningful Christmas tradition in our home. Our family loves to snuggle up together and read Christmas picture books. Now, the tradition continues with grandchildren. After all, who can resist a picture...
Read moreGift Ideas for Elderly Loved Ones
When it’s time to shop for older folks, it can be frustrating. They have everything! Or do they? Shopping for elderly loved ones requires thoughtful creativity. I’ve given these welcomed gifts to my parents, in-laws, and elderly...
Read moreChristmas Gift Guide for Men
Let’s be honest–Men can be hard to shop for. I can’t tell you how many ties and T-shirts I’ve give for Christmas. So I made a list of myself this Christmas and I’m sharing it with you! Here’s some great...
Read moreMy Favorite Songs Christmas Worship Setlist
You can see that this set opens with upbeat praise songs and moves into worship. While we take the offering we continue to worship with a rousing “Hallelujah Chorus” after announcements.
Read morePop the Popcorn! Watch a Family Christmas Movie!
We have family favorites that we watch year after year. We have seen many of these movies over and over again through the years. Some are inspirational and some are hilarious fun!
Read moreChristmas Gift Guide for Girls
Do you have a girl on your Christmas present list? Do you feel baffled about what to get her? I have some great ideas for you. They are fun, wholesome, and will lead to afternoons of fun.
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