Saturday, November 30, 2013

Whoops, what happened to Thanksgiving. Or, Christmas Season is Officially Here

Did everyone notice that Black Friday seemed to start on Thursday this year?  What happened to Thanksgiving?  I know it was here because I had some seriously yummy turkey at my sister's house!  Way too full when I left there, but she makes THE BEST Thanksgiving dinner.  Her daughters also provide excellent sides and desserts.  Sarah and I both had to work so we missed the annual dinner in Toledo. My hubby and three youngest kids went but that was alright.  There are times when I just like spending time with my mom and sister and Sarah got to see her boyfriend after work.   I had to laugh when I found out that a group of the in-laws all went shopping that night.  They used to get up early and go!  

I have heard a lot of people talking lately about Christmas and how the true meaning is lost.  That is why I started this edition of my Ramblings.  I told a friend that the meaning will only be lost if we, as Christians, let it be.  This year I really hope to help my family focus on a Christ-centered Christmas.  While I was searching the internet for ideas, I came across several.  I don't want to say just how many because I don't want anyone to know how much time I have been spending on the computer!

I found an amazing Advent idea that I had 'pinned' last year.  I loved it then and love it even more now.  So for the next 25 days, I would like to share it with you.  I could give you the website and just leave it at that, but then I won't be sharing a little each day.  I promise to give credit where credit is due at the end of my series.  (She has a business, but the part that she sells is sold out so I think I will be ok)

Just stay tuned all month and feel free to share with anyone who may need a reminder!