“Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:32It seems that many people struggle to be real, acting one way on the outside, and another on the inside. Why? Because we have weaknesses, faults, and fears ~ things about ourselves that we think make us less likable or desirable, … More Take Off the Mask
“Let him take hold of My strength, that he may make peace with Me…” Isaiah 27:5 Isaiah said, “Take hold of His strength.” When we make this declaration, “I can handle it,” that’s us not just being positive, it’s us taking hold of strength ~ strength that only He can give to us! Also when … More Can You Handle It? Yes You Can!
Ritz Mint ThinsChocolate chip cookies are so last year. Leave these chocolaty, minty taste sensations out for Santa and just see what he puts under your tree. 2 package(s) (4 ounces each) semi-sweet baking chocolate, melted, slightly cooled1/4 tablespoon(s) peppermint extract36 whole(s) RITZ Crackers1 (6-inch) candy cane, crushedMix chocolate and extract. Dip crackers in chocolate … More 5 Easy and Festive Holiday Bites Using RITZ Crackers ~ Because nothing says Christmas like a festive Ritz cracker…Yum!
Overhead Snowflake Decorations When snow is falling, it’s as if the air itself is alive. Dangle 3-D snowflakes overhead to create a similar effect. To make a 3-D snowflake, cut out six identical designs. Fold each in half like a book; glue back sides together, repeating until all are joined. Hang flakes on loops of … More Decorating with snowflakes is a decor look you can keep all winter through not just through the Holidays…..Try a few of these "flaky" ideas.
Style a centerpiece with branches ~ Must-follow bloggers share their signature, seasonal tip. “Tall berry-covered branches bring the wintry outdoors in… and don’t require the skills of a floral designer.” —Camille Styles, camillestyles.com Go seasonal ~ “When dressing the holiday table, think seasonal rather than holiday-specific. Pair jewel-toned linens with traditional decorative accents such as … More Easy Holiday Decorating Tips from Some of My Favorite Bloggers
Bedroom ~ Temporarily transform your bed. We layered holiday-theme hand towels on our headboard. Red-striped napkins and place mats work as “covers” for pillows. Attach with safety pins or basting stitches to remove later. Outside ~ Fresh greenery, a large red ball, red-painted pinecones and a bright bow look festive in this wintry scene. Hallway … More In a Holiday Hurry? Try These Quick, Cheap & Easy Holiday Decorating Ideas For Every Room of the House….From outside to the bedroom there is an idea for you here!
Winter Accessories Shadow Box ~ For seasonal wall art, place a pair of mittens and a hat in a large framed shadow box. This quick and easy project is a great way to display favorite winter wearables that have been outgrown or replaced. Cozy Candleholders ~ DON’T throw out those old, stained or torn sweaters, … More "Warm and Fuzzy" Holiday.Winter Crafts For Those Cold Days
Apple-Pie Spiced CiderHere’s a delicious way to ward off cold weather: Serve hot cider spiced like an apple pie. Season your cider with the same spices you would use in a pie-cinnamon, allspice, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg-then heat it up. If you’d like, pour in brandy for adults. Add a cinnamon stick to each mug … More Thanksgiving (or Fall) Cocktails ~ Keep it cozy and warm with these cold-weather drinks and fall-flavored cocktails BUT be sure to keep them away from the kids' table!
“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap…” Luke 6:38 Our God is a God of abundance! He wants to pour out His abundance on each of us until we are so full that we are running over! But, … More Abundance and Harvest
Gingham and Pearl 