Monthly Archives: December 2010

Christmas Contemplations

Posted on December 25, 2010 by Mary

This post is courtesy of my sweet and godly mom…enjoy, and have a blessed Christmas day! *** I picture the shepherds of Bethlehem as a quiet lot, not given to much conversation, not living exciting lives, experiencing some boredom on … Continue reading →

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Cheesecake Gifts and Recipes

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Mary

In early December, my friend Kim called with a brilliant Christmas gift  idea. She needed to borrow my springform pan to carry it off.  Why? Because cream cheese was on sale for .59 cents a package! And because cheesecakes make … Continue reading →

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Great Dip Recipes for the Holidays

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Mary

I mentioned in a previous blog post that I was going to have to post some recipes from the October Writer’s Retreat I attended. Here are some goodies for you! More to follow! Julane’s Corn Dip 2 cans Mexicorn 2 … Continue reading →

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Graham Cracker Gingerbread House Traditions

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Mary

Every so often there are blog articles that deserve being reposted. This one qualifies! Hopefully it will inspire some fun times for your family! (The following was originally posted in December of 2006…) Yesterday the girls and I spent from … Continue reading →

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Tips for Bake Sales

Posted on December 10, 2010 by Mary

Family and friends have been anxiously awaiting this post since mid-November! Not because they need the vital information I’m going to share for hosting a successful bake sale, but rather for the glory this post is going to give to … Continue reading →

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