Category Archives: Christmas

Advent

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Gwen

This was the first rehearsal for the Advent Carol Service on Sunday. Advent, the sacred (as opposed to secular) countdown to Christmas, consists of the 4 Sundays previous to Christmas. This year because Christmas is on the Sunday, Advent is … Continue reading →

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CBC Food Bank Day Challenge

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Gwen

A week from Friday CBC has its annual food bank day where people around the province give generously to the food banks of the province. Every year since Aidan was 8 months old we have gone to the food bank … Continue reading →

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Confessions

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Gwen

I have a confession to make. I listen to Christmas carols all year round. I sing Christmas carols all year round. My sons have listened to Christmas carols almost everyday this year. That my sons listen to Christmas carols to … Continue reading →

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Shutterfly: A Review and Giveaway

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Gwen

Last year I was given the opportunity to make our Christmas card at Shutterfly and for the cost of shipping I received 50 cards. I worked really hard on the cards and I think they turned out really well. They … Continue reading →

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