Sugar cookies and Christmas just go hand in hand, right? I love to make homemade sugar cookies with royal icing and sprinkles, but this year, the theme is simple. In case you're wondering, piping cookies is NOT simple. Ok, it's not rocket science, but it does require a few more steps than what I'm up for these days. These cookies, on the other hand, require only four easy steps, and your ...
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When Your “Ends of the Earth” Are Right Here at Home
I was driving home today, listening to this song, and doing a little thinking. You see, I grew up in a Baptist church. I went overseas as an IMB missionary. In my mind, December means Lottie Moon. And, the Great Commission means me. I first felt called to missions when I was about 10 years old, and I still do. So, when I listen to the words "To the ends of the earth I will ...
Notes from Nana: Advent Hope
I love Thanksgiving. The season, the holiday. And the fact of giving God praise all year. In all circumstances . Memorizing a verse, then seeking to live it gives deep meaning to God's Word in life. The writer of Hebrews tells us how: " Through Jesus let us continually offer to God the sacrifice of PRAISE..." Read it all in Hebrews 13:8, 15. Every season, every holiday, actually every DAY ...
12 Days of Christmas: Twiggy Tree Ornament
On the second day of Christmas.... We made Twiggy Tree Christmas Ornaments. I thought they turned out really cute, but my favorite part of this craft was the fact that my kids spent an hour or so outside playing together, trying to find the perfect twigs for the project. Anyone else needing to occupy kids for a while during the holidays? Just me? Oh well. To make the ...