Holidays

December 19, 2012
A White Christmas in Finland

A White Christmas in Finland

Christmas in Finland Bing Crosby sings “I’m dreaming of a White Christmas . . . Just like the ones I used to know.”  I love that […]
December 13, 2012
Journey Mercies . . . I BELIEVE in Christmas

Journey Mercies . . . I BELIEVE in Christmas

Journey Mercies . . . I BELIEVE in Christmas Just when the air turns colder and the days shrink into darkness, the Christmas season arrives.  It […]
December 3, 2012
“Just Making Sure” . . . Why Christmas Cards Matter

“Just Making Sure” . . . Why Christmas Cards Matter

“Just Making Sure” . . . Why Christmas Cards Matter There was a greeting card some years ago, which showed Winnie the Pooh and Piglet walking […]
November 26, 2012
Christmas in Retail: A Bookseller’s Experience

Christmas in Retail: A Bookseller’s Experience

I have a story for you, but like all good stories some background detail is needed . . . While I have the honor of working […]
November 21, 2012
Thanksgiving: Rejection Sparks Reflection

Thanksgiving: Rejection Sparks Reflection

Thanksgiving: Rejection Sparks Reflection Normally a time filled with the noise and laughter of a house filled with family and friends.  A time of me bustling […]
November 15, 2012
Thanksgiving: When You’re Away from Home or All Alone

Thanksgiving: When You’re Away from Home or All Alone

“Freedom from Want” by Norman Rockwell, 1943 Thanksgiving: When You’re Away from Home or All Alone My earliest memories of Thanksgiving include preschool art projects of […]
November 13, 2012
“Thanks” Comes Before “Giving”

“Thanks” Comes Before “Giving”

I’ve been reflecting on the upcoming months as I begin to plan my holidays around my parents and my in-laws, pray my brother can make it […]
October 31, 2012
Halloween at Home: How to Have a Memorable Halloween!

Halloween at Home: How to Have a Memorable Halloween!

My brother & I dressed up as Scully & Mulder from The X-Files. We had the BEST costumes! Thanks Mom! Halloween is my absolute favorite holiday. […]
October 29, 2012
Halloween Past & Present: From the 70’s to Today

Halloween Past & Present: From the 70’s to Today

Halloween Past & Present- by Carrie Bayer It’s the time of year where the ghosts & goblins come out. Pumpkins, black cats, styrofoam tomb stones & […]