christmas
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10 Ways to Celebrate Your Pets at Christmas!
As an animal and pet lover myself, I love that animals were likely present when Jesus was born. Pets can be one of the most delightful parts of the holiday season! Animals are included in the original Christmas story in… Continue reading
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The Hidden History of the Christmas Tree
Every December the Christmas tree is a holiday staple in nearly every home, and a favorite in nearly every heart. Who doesn’t love the sight of a beautiful Christmas tree, sparkling in the night, offering glittering hope through cheerful windows… Continue reading
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49 Creative Ideas for Decorating Your Mantle for Christmas
If you’re looking for Christmas mantle decorations ideas, creative inspiration, or simply ways to refresh your Christmas mantle this year, I’ve got some wonderful ideas to help you celebrate the season! Did you know there are plenty of creative ways… Continue reading
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Best Alternative Christmas Movies to Watch That Aren’t All About Christmas
Are you looking for fun, alternative Christmas movies, or movies to watch at Christmastime that aren’t all about Christmas? You’re in the right place! Some of my favorite Christmas movies to watch during the holidays aren’t Christmas-themed, yet they still… Continue reading
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Christmas Nativity Ideas: 12 Unique Options for Indoor & Outdoor Decor
Every year, millions of families love to include a Christmas Nativity scene with their Christmas décor. There’s something so special about the sight of a beloved Nativity set, especially one you’ve had in your family for many years or generations.… Continue reading
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Holy or Pagan? The Amazing History of Christmas Celebrations
Do you know the amazing ancient history of Christmas? While many of us understand the importance of modern traditions like Santa, baking cookies, and presents under the tree, we’re not really sure about the history of Christmas and how Christmas… Continue reading
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What Does the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Have to Do with Christmas?
Watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is one of my favorite holiday traditions! I love to see the fun floats, the amalgam of imagination, talented high school marching bands, lip-syncing celebrities, and, especially, the Rockettes! Add cozy New York City… Continue reading
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What is Advent? How to Embrace the Advent Wreath this Christmas
When I was growing up, the word “Advent” was rarely used in our home, if ever. In fact, I first heard the word many years later in my twenties while working at a large Methodist church. Though I’ve grown up… Continue reading
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How to Give a Meaningful Christmas Gift: Ideas & Inspiration!
Have you ever struggled to decide what to buy someone for Christmas? For many children, the best part about Christmas is the pile of Christmas gifts waiting under the tree on Christmas morning. For many adults, Christmas gifts are their… Continue reading
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12 Eco-Friendly Wrapping Paper Alternatives for Christmas Gifts
Many of us feel a bit anxious when we see wrapping paper piling up on Christmas morning as big as the Christmas tree. But few of us have ever looked into finding a good alternative. Someone once suggested to me… Continue reading
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The Number One Thing to Do to Prepare for the Christmas Season
Already my inbox is beginning to fill up with content about Christmas! From sales pitches to merch to movies, it seems that November 1st is the official marker of the “It’s Almost Christmas” season. I don’t know about you, but… Continue reading
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8 Ways to Slow Down This Christmas
Slowing down at Christmas is a hard thing to do. That’s because our culture encourages us to speed up, do more, shop more, and consume more during the holiday season. It’s all about more, more, more! Trying to practice a… Continue reading
