Tag Archives: Christmas

Christmas Reflections

Posted on 26 December 2011 by Valarie

This has been one of the best Christmas celebrations we’ve had in ages.  It is one of the few times when I’ve managed to pull it all together in time to have everything ready.  I even got our newsletters out … Continue reading →

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Hallelujah!!

Posted on 2 December 2010 by Valarie

On November 13, 2010, the folks at the Food Court at the Seaway Mall in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, got a delightful surprise from the Niagara Chorus.  It reminded me of the Bible Verse: For it is written: “As I … Continue reading →

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Naughty or Nice?

Posted on 30 November 2010 by Valarie

The Liberty Council in Florida issues a “Naughty or Nice” list every year, listing which stores are “Christmas Friendly”, and which are not.  I was happy to see this year that Walmart and Disney are on the “Nice” list! The … Continue reading →

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Great Russian Nutcracker

Posted on 22 December 2009 by Valarie

For a couple of years, in what seems like such a long time ago, we went to see the Asheville Ballet perform The Nutcracker every year at Christmas.  Alex danced with them for two years as Fritz, and one year … Continue reading →

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Holiday Eating Tips

Posted on 30 November 2009 by Valarie

I get this email every year, but I love it! In fact, I agree with it so much I’m posting it here. Enjoy! HOLIDAY EATING TIPS 1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows … Continue reading →

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Randomness (II)

Posted on 20 December 2008 by Valarie

I don’t  have anything in particular to say, really, just a lot of random thoughts I would like to share.  Starting with clothing.  Mom and I went Christmas shopping yesterday at the mall down in Greenville.  Our annual tradition is … Continue reading →

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