Christmas
A Non-Traditional Epiphany Celebration
Observe a non-traditional Epiphany celebration with these simple and meaningful ideas For years I had a desire to observe the holiday of Epiphany. For years January 6th passed us by as just another ordinary day. Every year, by the time Christmas had come and gone I was DONE. Filled to the brim on special treats…
Read MoreCelebrating St Nicholas Day – How To Do This Christ Centered Tradition
Celebrating St Nicholas Day is a fun and simple way to start the Christmas season off with a focus on Jesus. Who Was St. Nicholas? St. Nicholas was born in the 3rd century in what is now the southern coast of Turkey. His wealthy parents died in an epidemic, leaving him heir to their fortune.…
Read MoreTwelve Gifts of Advent: Waiting for the Promised One
The word Advent comes from the Latin word that means “coming.” Traditionally, Advent is the season of waiting and preparing for the One who is coming. And as amazing as the Christmas story of the babe in the manger is, its meaning becomes a whole lot deeper when we understand the story that came first.…
Read MoreOperation Christmas Child Shoeboxes – Boys ages 2-14
“Oooo! Star Wars!” “I like this bat and ball!” “Mom, this toy is really cool! I want one.” Operation Christmas Child is one of my favorite parts of the holiday season. Gently, consistently, I remind my son that these gifts are not for him. These gifts are for someone who may have never received a…
Read MoreFeeling stressed about the holidays? Make this your new mantra.
*Affiliate Links included* Thanksgiving countdowns, new recipes, fun activities, and perfectly decorated houses. As I scroll through my Instagram feed, I can feel my chest begin to tighten. The thoughts start playing in my head… You really should do that. That’s a great idea. Why aren’t you doing that? I wish I had time for…
Read More“What was your favorite Christmas memory from childhood?” {60 People Reflect Back on Their Childhood Christmases)
This year as I made chocolate covered pretzels with my four year old son, memories of my own childhood Christmases came flooding back to me. I was transported back to my own small hands dipping pretzels and sprinkling on the red and green sprinkles. It brought back fond memories of setting up the Christmas tree…
Read MoreAdvent Snacks (A Truth in the Tinsel Supplement) Days 19-24
*Affiliate links included* In order to extend the learning while doing Truth in the Tinsel, I wanted to come up with a simple supplement. After doing some brainstorming, I came up with Advent Snacks! They are simple snacks, themed after each day in of Truth in the Tinsel, that you can easily make with stuff you probably…
Read MoreAdvent Snacks (A Truth in the Tinsel Supplement) Days 13-18
*Affiliate links included* In order to extend the learning while doing Truth in the Tinsel, I wanted to come up with a simple supplement. After doing some brainstorming, I came up with Advent Snacks! They are simple snacks, themed after each day in of Truth in the Tinsel, that you can easily make with stuff you probably…
Read MoreSt Nicholas Day 2015
When K was just a baby, we decided to add the celebration of St. Nicholas Day to our Advent traditions. We have loved observing St. Nick’s day as an alternative to “doing Santa.” We get to do some fun traditions, learn about history, and focus on giving like the real St. Nicholas did. I wrote…
Read MoreStocking Ideas for a 4 Year Old Boy and a 6 Month Old
*Affiliate links included* We do our stocking gifts on St. Nicholas Day and, because of that, our stockings have already been bought, packed, opened, and enjoyed! So, I thought I’d share what were in my son’s stockings in case there are any of you still working on some last minute Christmas stocking stuffers! Four Year Old…
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