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The message of the Christmas Star:
It matters not how small you are.
When truth and love are shared with all,
Nothing that we do is small. — author unknown

View Santa Claus before Coca Cola as he was depicted in the vintage art Santa headers that I will be displaying this week. I hope you enjoy them.
Early images of Father Christmas show him in a variety of coloured outfits. One early incarnation, dating from 1809, sees him in green. But, contrary to [...]

Fragrant Cedar Wreath
This wreath is made of materials available throughout the west coast. Douglas fir boughs are easy to come by and the flexible fragrant green boughs of Western red cedar make it especially appealing for wreathe making.
Preparation:
Cut the boughs, and soak them in water overnight. The next day, let them air dry, and [...]

Today I’m simmering some apple sauce on my stove, oatmeal raisin cookies are cooling and the kitchen smells so delicious that it’s making my mouth water. Tonight I’ll be Christmas caroling with friends and afterwards we’ll be having some hot spiced wine (Jump link to recipe ).
Although I’m not a Christian, I’m not a [...]

Gifts - You can show your appreciation for friends and family members during the festive season with a “product gift” that can be worn, eaten, or enjoyed. A gift of food that you make or specialty foods that you purchase can be a good choice.
Or maybe you prefer to give “personal service gifts”. Examples can [...]