The Promise of Christmas The promise of Christmas is not found in a box Not wrapped in fancy paper; the promise of Christmas cannot be bought The promise of Christmas is Jesus our Lord Who came down from Heaven with His gift of eternal reward    P is for Peace Peace for all Glory to God in the highest Was the angels' song! (Isaiah 26:3) R is for Royalty A King to all people Has come Lying in a manger bed Ruler of everyone (1 Timothy 6:15) O is for One Small Child With a cry B

When I found this box at the thrift store, I remembered others who shared a similiar box used for a hot cocoa bar. Marshmellows, cocoa, teas, cups, red hots, sprinkles, whatever is desired can be placed inside for a fun way to display and access all the good stuff. Merry Christmas and happy cocoa bar... Mama says!

My firstborn. My baby girl. My alpha child. Remember the end (spoiler alert) of the Fox and the Hound movie replaying their young voices in an echo-y, nostolgic way? My mind replays a similiar scene with Kake and me. Me: I love you, Kaylynn Peggy! Kaylynn: I love you, Mama Peggy! Happy Birthday, Kaylynn! I love you! 🩷🌸

a little lighter, a little sweeter pumpkin pie microwave marshmellows or use the stove grahm cracker crust is an option whip cream as a topping if desired

Ten years ago I saw a different plate placed in front of me. Back home, the familliar foods of turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, fluffy pumpkin pie and all the rest was being planned and prepared. taken around 6 months after our son came home he is our super man! My huaband and I with our daughter found our plated options being noodles, sticky rice, a little spicy chicken maybe (who knows--don't ask), donuts, tomatos, and green tea flavored ice cre

The Sparrow The sparrow flies high in the sky Its wings carrying it through the air No question, it worships God The God Who put it there The sparrow survives on worms and fruit from trees A social bird looking to have fun It sings with its joyful melodies A common bird for everyone When winter storms blow And many birds fly away The House Sparrow remains home Waiting out the storms, choosing to stay This is a lesson for us That we should pay attention to During both good and