By Shannon Brescher Shea Not So Far Away in a Manger
“Goodnight, Baby Jesus. Goodnight, Mommy. Goodnight, Daddy,” my three-year-old says to his nativity, addressing Mary and Joseph. While his theology…
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By Jordan Harrell Confession: I Want Something For Christmas (Even When I Say I Don’t)
Several years ago, the diamond fell out of my mom’s wedding ring and was lost forever. Being a family of…
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By Sarah Bradley I Told My Son the Truth About Santa and He Didn’t Believe Me
When my oldest son was five, my husband and I told him Santa Claus wasn’t real. Before anyone accuses…
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By Ginger Hughes One Star Short of a Perfect Christmas
Last year during Wednesday night church activities, our little girl made an Advent calendar. The calendar had 24 vacant spaces to…
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By Christy Margritz What Your Child’s Teacher Really Wants This Holiday Season
It is upon us—the greatest and sometimes most stressful time of the year. You budget your holiday gift money out…
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By Jenny Albers Christmas Will Forever Be Different Without You, My Baby
Christmas has been different every year since you left me. Even though you are not here with me, your name…
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By Britt LeBoeuf 5 Ways To Enjoy Christmas When You Are a Mama Grinch
I loved Christmas as a kid. The second Halloween was over, I'd get my list ready for Santa and craft…
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By Jordan Pederson Including Lost Loved Ones This Holiday Season
Holidays—they insist on being recognized every year. They demand celebration with a whimsical cheer. They remind us it is a time…
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By Jason Soroski Just Drop the Blanket
I am a fan of all things nostalgic and all things Christmas, and so when the two are combined I…
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By Mary Ann Blair Trying to Raise Grateful Kids When They Have so Much
"Jingle Bell Rock" plays on the radio. Snow gently falls outside the windows. Lights sparkle on the Christmas tree. And…
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By Amanda Wells When All You Feel This Christmas is Blue
This was the first year I wouldn’t put up a tree or any decorations at all for my favorite holiday.…
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By Christine Luff A Holiday Letter From an Introvert
Dear Family and Friends, With the holidays upon us, I thought this would be a good time to address some…
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