What do candle votives, a metal tray, a can of blue spray paint, some clothes pins and a permanent marker have in common? Advent! Well, it does at MY house. ; ) Every year we create our own little set up for an Advent candle wreath and calendar. This year I thought about actually buying an Advent Candle wreath or candelabra. And I almost did… until I thought about a …
Holidays
Celebrating holidays and life…as much as possible in a Christ-centered, God-exalting way.
Celebrating Advent 2011
And so Advent begins!! We will definitely, as in previous years, be celebrating Advent at our house. And I will be, as in previous years, blogging about it as much as possible. Last year we really went for a simplified approach for several reasons. This year I hope to bring back a few traditions from seasons past. I’ve got several things planned, but I thought I’d start this year off …
Thanksgiving is Coming the Turkey’s Getting Fat…
Ok, so I completely ripped off that Christmas song… but it works! Are you ready? Thanksgiving plans are fast underway here. I’m in charge of the bird, the stuffing, the mashed potatoes, the bread rolls and the pumpkin pie. My husband’s family will be joining us here at our house (and I only have a toaster oven) so I’m going to be cooking our turkey the day before at my …