by Emily | Dec 20, 2015 | Celebrations
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, the little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head. The stars in the sky looked down where he lay, the little Lord Jesus, asleep on the hay. From the Methodist Hymn, “Away in a Manger”, Writer: Unknown, Music: James R....
by Emily | Dec 13, 2015 | Celebrations
My husband loves to stargaze. Over the years there have been many times he has called me from outside to say, “Have you taken time to look at these stars recently?” It always, without fail, strikes me that so often I am busy doing things, that I...
by Emily | Dec 6, 2015 | Celebrations
Last week we put up our Christmas tree. I love Christmas trees- the decorations, the family time, the excitement and involvement of the children. As the children grow older and grow in understanding, things get better (and tidier!) But like any tradition, it is easy...