This is what I did on Sunday! Although the Halls of 1814 Piedmont are not completely decked yet, it has begun and it makes me happy. As a Work-From-Homer, I would say the Christmas lights have slightly revolutionized things for me. So cozy in this house. Do you see the little village in my book case? It's the North Pole. A little random you might say, but it is so nostalgic for me as it was my favorite part of decorating Christmas as a child. I got it out of my mom's attic. This little city has been dormant for like 15 years! Not any more--it's a bustling little village of holiday magic in here! :) Have y'all decorated your homes for Christmas yet? If so, I would love to see photo documentation. If not, I highly recommend it. Another Christmas question I have: How have you or do you plan to display Christmas cards? I got my first one in the mail yesterday ( one of my new Type A friends in Jackson... so on top of things) and I just can't decide where or how to display them for optimum cuteness and enjoyment.
What I really love about this delightful season is that all the joy and jolly is meaningful. In the midst of the dark winter and the rather dark world, we can put out little twinkle lights and proclaim He has come and He will come again! It refreshes my soul. On that note, my sister sent me a link to an Advent Guide -- a devotional to go through as a family to help you celebrate the season of waiting (slightly kid-centric at first glance but seems good, I printed off week 1). What I wanted to share with you though was this video also from the Village Church that was a beautiful reminder of what the season of Advent is all about: The Village Blog - Advent: God With Us
Back to sipping my peppermint mocha! Much love. Let us hear from you!
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