{Advent} Christmas Eve

It’s finally here – what a beautiful, peaceful Advent it’s been.  I can honestly say for the first time in a very, very long time, we have actually savored every moment of the season. Amazing what happens when you say ‘no’ to some things. We have lots of fun family traditions surrounding today, a few…

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{Advent} Keeping Christ in Christmas

You know, earlier this week, I read an article about how 9 in 10 Americans celebrate Christmas by giving gifts and celebrating with family.  I was thrilled.  Then I read the second paragraph.  Not even 3 in 10 Americans even reads the story of the Nativity nor do they attend a religious service. Now, I’m not…

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{Advent} Church Play

For the last six weeks, the “bigs” (Will, JP and ALG) have been rehearsing and practicing for the church Christmas play.  They had several rehearsals, lots of line practicing and costume fittings.  Here’s how it broke down: Will playing the prophet Isaiah John Paul playing a talking angel Anna-Laura playing a non-talking angel Showtime was…

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{Advent} Teacher Gifts

I’m all about gifts with meaning.  Teachers are a tough bunch to get the perfect gift for, I think.  We’ve done Starbucks and Barnes and Noble.  We’ve done gift cards and sweet treats.  But in the spirit of “the little things” this Advent, I thought it might be fun to put together a homemade gift…

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{Advent} Preschool Christmas Program

Every year, the Catholic preschool hosts a really adorable Christmas program.  I know, all preschool programs are high on the cute factor.  You’ve got Joseph tripping over the manger, nearly knocking down the scenery, the two-year-olds crying their heads off, another one picking his nose and the papparazzi of parents documenting it all on film. I…

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