Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree, how strong and true God made thee. Your leaves are green when summer's here. They all are green through winter's drear. Finding the right tree seems the hardest part of decorating for Christmas to me and the part I cherish the most. I was raised in Michigan where Dad... Continue Reading →
Putting Away Christmas
“Let’s not put away Christ with the Christmas trappings.”c e hollis After New Year’s Day, I undo the ornaments and lights from the tree and pack them up in boxes to return to a plastic tub in the upstairs bedroom closet. The nativity scene, the stained-glass ornaments I painted with the children years ago, the... Continue Reading →
Cranberry Pecan Pie is Christmas Specialty
Cranberry-Pecan pie is great for Christmas events. Yummy sweet paired with tart cranberry makes it special. Make two or a honey-pecan at the same time. My family love's both of these pies! Here's how to make the pie crust. (Have no fear. Pie crust is easy-peasy!) I make two crusts using lard which I think... Continue Reading →