The year was 1985. Our decorations were few, limited to a wooden tree that was placed on top the piano (that’s all I can remember anyway). As children we knew there wouldn’t be many gifts. There wasn’t enough money. But we were going back to Utah to be with grandparents, and uncles, and aunts, and […]
Christmas is coming!
Interrupting my scheduled personal history posts…. My kids were flipping through their scrapbooks the other day comparing what they all looked like as babies. We came upon some of our old Christmas cards. Boy have my kids grown! It’s really easy to see when comparing cards from year to year. I love sending and receiving […]
Our Exciting Christmas Project
Mary’s Heart by Liz Lemon Swindle Christmas already? You bet! Around here we do a handmade Christmas. The children draw names and figure out something they can make for one another. Mr. Ferrero Rocher and I think of things we can make the children, as well as each other. And I’m not lying even a […]
Jesus is Born!
One finally reading recommendation about that blessed night so long ago. Stephanie from Diapers and Divinity first posted an excerpt from this talk, “Maybe Christmas Doesn’t Come From a Store” by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland a few days ago. As with all of Elder Holland’s talks this is beautiful and speaks to the heart. Journey […]
No Room in the Inn
There is an older gentleman at our church who is Greek. When biblical passages are discussed it is fascinating to listen to his viewpoints and to hear him explain certain words because of his knowledge of the Greek language, the original language of the New Testament. Is it any wonder I enjoy finding sources that […]
Nativity Connections
I’ve been reading some wonderful insights on the story of Christ’s birth this week. Today I’d like to share the links to Donna B. Nielsen’s “Notes on the Nativity” posts. Donna is the author of Beloved Bridegroom, a book detailing Jewish marriage customs at the time of Jesus Christ which helps us better understand Christ’s […]
December 21: Wise Men
One of the many Christmas Nativity scenes we received as a wedding gift. © 2007-2009 Chocolate on my Cranium, LLC all rights reserved © 2007-2013 Chocolate on my Cranium, LLC all rights reserved
December 14: Entertain
Purchased from Arts of the Heart, this nativity puzzle has been a HUGE hit with the littles. © 2007-2009 Chocolate on my Cranium, LLC all rights reserved © 2007-2013 Chocolate on my Cranium, LLC all rights reserved
The Christmas Spirit
How are your Christmas preparations coming? Are you stressed yet? Where is your focus? Mary’s Heart by Liz Lemon Swindle Christ: The Real Gift of Christmas is a wonderful resource to help you and your family focus on Jesus Christ. It has coloring pages for the littles, music, videos, and ideas for a more worshipful […]
It’s All About the Baby – Christmas CD Giveaway!!!
*****THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***** Regular readers of my blog know how much I enjoy giving handmade, either by me or made by someone else. The time involved in creating, knowing someone chose to use their time to produce something for you is priceless. Today I’ve got a special treat for you, a different kind […]
The Symbols of Christmas
“Christmas is such a joyful time of year. The spirit of brotherly kindness and charity is more evident in the hearts of men. We feel a greater desire to serve and give to others. Unfortunately, the true meaning of Christmas and what we, as Christians, celebrate can easily be lost because of all the commercialism […]
Printable Advent Calendar
I meant to post this earlier but a sweet little Hershey baby had other plans. She thought mother should hold her all morning. It was so nice to have an excuse to snuggle on the couch. 🙂 I fancy advent calendars of all types. We have a big one my father made from desk organizer […]
Handmade Christmas Gifts 2008
The week leading up to Christmas was so much fun with whispered secrets, hiding places, and what I call “cranial hiccups,” those good ideas that seem to pop up out of nowhere. The girls drew names and made handmade Christmas gifts for one another. They each thought hard about what their secret sister would appreciate. […]
So what do YOU do with an old satellite dish?
We use ours for a sled. Getting everyone piled in Driving out to the pivot Swinging them around Love those mountains View out the rear window of the pickup Bringing them back to the shops after a half hour of fun We took the kids sledding on Christmas Day using the hood of an old […]
Happy Christmas!
(my nativity scene from Guatemala) Happy Christmas! © 2007-2013 Chocolate on my Cranium, LLC all rights reserved