During the Christmas season one of the most difficult challenges for many is what gift to give. Over the last few years many have opted for a gift card, but even they can be complicated. Can they find something they would like at the store …
Book Review: The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey
We are always on the look out for good Christmas books that have themes about the true meaning of Christmastime. The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey is a worthy addition to add to your Christmas library. The Christmas Miracle Of Jonathan Toomey With CD This …
The Knee that Does Not Bow
“…At the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” Philippians 2:11 Bowing may be acceptable in some countries, but in …
Slaves to tradition
Every family has its own set of holiday traditions. Traditions can be wonderful and cause you to look forward to a special holiday bringing the family together. But there can also come a point when a tradition no longer makes sense. You may be continuing …
Benevolence Giving at Christmas
I am excited about our family’s Christmas benevolence project! My husband recently purchased $150.00 worth of gift cards from the local supermarket (starting with $5 and increasing incrementally to a maximum of $20 per card). He took the gift cards to church and gave them …
O Come All Ye Faithful
Oh Come All Ye Faithful is an invitation to those who would peer into the window of the cave-like dwelling where the Christ Child was born. With joy and triumph, the faithful are invited to behold Him who was a babe yet the King of …
Spider Cookies
Spider cookies are the perfect treat to make and eat while reading a Cobweb Christmas. 1 6 oz. bag chocolate chips 1 6 oz. bag butterschotch chips 1- 12 oz. bag of chow mein noodles 1 cup peanuts (optional) Melt chips together, add chow mein …
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Cobweb Christmas
A favorite book to pull out for younger children in our home is Cobweb Christmas. It is based on a folktale with roots going back more than 200 years. Versions of this story have been told in many lands, including Germany, Poland, Russia, Romania and Great Britain. …
Wassail
1 quart of strong tea (can use 2 if you have large pot) 3 sticks of cinnamon 1 can of orange juice (46 oz) 1 1/2 cups of sugar 1 can of grapefruit juice (46 oz) 1 can of pineapple juice (46 oz) 1/2 cup …