Today is National Hot Cocoa Day. Not being a coffee drinker I do enjoy a hot steamy cup of cocoa, especially on a cold evening. There are many ways to enjoy hot cocoa. You can buy a hot cup from a restaurant or coffee shop. You can also add a packet of mix to hotContinue reading “National Hot Cocoa Day”
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Gingerbread House Day
Yes, it is gingerbread house day! Don’t you love gingerbread houses? I gained a new appreciation when we started going the annual display at the Mormon Trail Center when we lived in Omaha. There were some real masterpieces there. I have never had the courage to attempt one myself. I’ve never been real skilled withContinue reading “Gingerbread House Day”
International Mountain Day
If you were not aware of this day, neither was I. According to https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/international-mountain-day/ “Established in December of 2003, the United Nations General Assembly created this day to help bring awareness to all of the things we rely on mountains for. Whether it’s all of the glories mentioned above, or how necessary they are forContinue reading “International Mountain Day”
Second Sunday of Advent
This is the second Sunday of Advent, the four Sundays leading up to Christmas. It is a time of expectant waiting for the celebraton of the birth of Chirst or in some traditions the second coming. A candle is lit each Sunday, often with an accompanying reading, medtation or prayer. This is done in someContinue reading “Second Sunday of Advent”
Christmas Card Day
“This holiday honors Sir Henry Cole (1818 – 1874) who created the first commercial Christmas Card in 1843.” But isn’t today a good day to get started on your holiday cards? Whether you buy or make your own let this be a cause for celebration rather than a dreaded chore. Think about each recipient asContinue reading “Christmas Card Day”
National Brownie Day
I have to admit I love a good brownie. My mother never met a convienience food she didn’t like, so brownies at our house were always from a mix. But my mother still took the time to make them. It wasn’t until I was out on my own that I discovered the joys of baking.Continue reading “National Brownie Day”
Hannukah Begins
As we celebrate the first night of Hanukkah we revist this post from last year. First Night of Hanukkah “That’s what Hanukkah is about: trying to survive the darkness on the far-fetched hope there’s still some life and light left in the universe. It’s more than just a religious story. The days have been growing shorter,Continue reading “Hannukah Begins”
Mitten Tree Day
Mitten tree day is a day to celebrate the gift of warmth. It is also a good activity for children. Mittens are collected for those in need and displayed on a Christmas tree. I have seen mitten trees that also included hats and scarfs. One church we attended had a special service after the ThanksivingContinue reading “Mitten Tree Day”
Celebrate Shelter Pets Day
We have always celebrated the birthdays of our cats in December because they have all been adopted and we did not know for sure when they were born. Our cats have always received special gifts and food as we celebrated the December holidays. This is a good time of year to draw attention to theContinue reading “Celebrate Shelter Pets Day”
National Sock Day
Call me crazy, but I will never complain about receiving socks as a gift for Christmas or any time for that matter. But no plain black or even white socks for me please. I love socks and the brighter, wilder and sillier the better. So I’m ready to celebrate National Sock Day. But what exactlyContinue reading “National Sock Day”
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