by Jenn -

Why We’ll be Celebrating the Twelve Days of Christmas this Year

Celebrating the Twelve Days of Christmas this Year

Is it just me, or is the day after Christmas a bit of a let down? Before the last bits of wrapping paper can be cleaned up, we’re already into a new wave of after-Christmas sales, aka National Returns Day, and we’re rushing to get the gift situation squared away before the new year. Too soon do we forget about the weeks long anticipation and excitement. Too soon do we forget about Jesus. This year, I plan to hang onto the Christmas Spirit just a wee bit longer, not only to carry on the fellowship with friends and family, but to continue the celebration of the Love that came down to be with us. This year we celebrate the Twelve Days of Christmas.

by Jenn -

I’m Dreaming…of a Perfect Christmas

Ever since I was a child, I dreamed of the Ultimate Christmas. Snow-covered landscapes, hot cocoa by a crackling fire... you know, everything The Carpenters sang about in White Christmas. But as my dream grew and evolved, so did my life. Today on the blog, I share how my expectations of creating the perfect Christmas resulted in years of disappointment and guilt, and how embracing the child-like wonder of the season can help us to remember what truly matters.