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Enjoy your day of worship. May God further equip y

Enjoy your day of worship. May God further equip you to overcome.

Just began a Bible Study from the book of Hebrews.

Just began a Bible Study from the book of Hebrews. It is live-streamed so you can join in too! More details about the notes and how to join in. My weekly idea for Stewardship, Wisdom and Knowledge, a final thought to DARE TO BE DATED. EncouragementsForWomen.com

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It seems I have never had more strangers greet me

It seems I have never had more strangers greet me cheerfully with HAPPY NEW YEAR, almost always followed with something negative or doubtful. I understand, endeavoring to return a happy word of encouragement. Perhaps cliche’ but still true: We don’t know what 2022 holds but we know Who holds it. Live it, one day at a time! GRACE!

After a month of glitzy decor, the house looks so

After a month of glitzy decor, the house looks so bare; don’t you just love it? 👀😁

Thinking toward the new year.

Thinking toward the new year.

We did the “Rasquinha Family” dinner on Tuesda

We did the “Rasquinha Family” dinner on Tuesday. I used a set of Christmas stoneware that I really love. It lends itself to a bit of elegance because it is simple.

And what is it? About 15 years ago, CVS pharmacy had some sort of a Christmas incentive and I got service for 16, not for pennies… but for very few dollars. (Far less than one place setting of typical Christmas china.)

We have used Christmas crackers for a little extra fun at the table, but last few times were a disappointment.

I bought these little toys as stocking stuffers and decided they would be a perfect addition to each place setting. I think we all had fun with them.

Must admit, while Sakshi read from John, chapter 1 before dinner, they were a bit of a distraction. Oops.

Little things like this make memories and tradition. Your children will remember it.

I kept the same centerpiece, but swapped my pink candles for beeswax candles. They coordinate with the earthy stoneware and I will use these throughout winter.

I hope your day is sweet.

I was not the only one making ornaments to give aw

I was not the only one making ornaments to give away this year. My son-in-law, Zachary gave me this treasure.💖

Christmas brings out SENTIMENTALITY …. A new art

Christmas brings out SENTIMENTALITY …. A new article published today and here is a portion …

I am publishing this article today, the 23rd of December because it is the anniversary of a major event in my family’s life. On the 23rd of December in 1999, as everyone was preparing for Christmas and Y2K (Remember that?) we lost our home in a fire. I was doing the dinner dishes and our little girls were watching Smokey Mountain Christmas while waiting to hear the evening Christmas story.

Virtually everything was lost. One of the losses that night was a red and white hand-stitched quilt that my mother gave me, made by an aunt of hers. I used it as a tree skirt that year. A couple of days after the fire, friends were walking through the ruins with us, looking for anything that could be salvaged, you know, sentimental things! I spied this quilt under ashes, soot and debris. Heartbroken once again, I pulled it out, amazed that it had not burned, yet it appeared to be destroyed.

My friend, Sue, asked if she could take it with her to see what she could do with it. Twenty one years later, I drape this quilt over my sofa, lovingly cleaned and restored. How can it be? Not a burn mark or stain on it from that night. Looking at it always brings “warm fuzzies” because I am reminded of what it has been through, what we have been through, all with the grace of God.

You can read THE BEST TIME OF THE YEAR FOR SENTIMENTALITY at my site. Link in bio. Click on “Essays” at the top of the page.

One of my friends from high school, class of 1976,

One of my friends from high school, class of 1976, just surprised me by sending this spectacular arrangement for my family and I to enjoy. What timing and what thoughtfulness. Getting a little misty here.

HOLIDAY TIP FOR HANDLING “LITTLES” while you p

HOLIDAY TIP FOR HANDLING “LITTLES” while you prepare a meal: Make a slideshow of past Christmases… this one took less than 20 minutes… I sent a slew of pictures from past Decembers to a flash drive, inserted it into my television… chose the USB to read, then: Voila! I did not add music to mine because when I play this, Christmas music will be playing in my home.

Tonight is the Rasquinha Christmas, so we will see how this works. Knowing my grandchildren, I expect a win! (For all!)

I hope you are having blessed days with good memories as you make new ones. Truly a celebration of One perfect gift for imperfect me.

One of the best “decorating tools” is an up li

One of the best “decorating tools” is an up light. I’ve use them since… before I was married. Uplighting plants creates pretty shadows on the wall and ceiling. Good mood lighting.

About the greenery, of course there’s a story. Harry and I went to see the Christmas program at Sight-n-Sound in Lancaster. I visited the Pottery Barn outlet and bought these branches… all they had… for about $2.50/each. 🙌

Pine decor is great because it can stay up all winter.

“Yours truly” does not do crafts and does not

“Yours truly” does not do crafts and does not sew … but …. For grandchildren; what can I say? Christmas ornaments for everyone after 1 sewing class 😂 … taught by me😂. Memories made❣️. A new tradition? Ahhh… have to wait and see.

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