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OBrenda:
I was wondering if it might be helpful as some have done already, to share any clever holiday traditions they may have adapted to bring more of the right "Spirit" into it?

My Sister started a "Cook Book" with recipes from family members.  She would write some things about the person, Like my Great Grandma (passed) who lived in Canada, and would feed the Indians whenever they would knock on the door.  My Grandmother who is afraid of her own shadow would run & hide. lol  :D  Then we would add the person's favorite scripture, or one that describes what they tried to live. 

We enjoy reading these and spend hours of the day laughing & reminiscing.  And the younger ones get to learn about the many different knuckleheads, that have come before them.

The biggest costs for this gift is time & thoughtfulness put to paper.  This gift is treasured memories!

Dave in Tenn:
I'm just a piece of luggage.  I go where they tell me to, and eat when they tell me to.  I state clearly year after year that I do not want to 'exchange' presents, and year after year they pooh-pooh this, certain that they know what I 'mean' and 'want' more than I do.  To not go along causes them grief.  To go along causes me grief.  So far, I have managed to esteem them more highly than myself. 

Sadly, there won't be any kids this year as they are in Hawaii by orders of the US Army.  My sister's third husband and his 21 year old son and his girlfriend will be there, no doubt.  Hardly a suitable substitute for bright, smiling faces of the kiddies. 

Thankfully, little is expected of me.  If I'm drafted to read the nativity story from scripture again, I will do it.  I certainly believe it all more now than I ever did before.  I may have to preach, come to think of it.

aqrinc:
Dave, Dave, Dave. Yes the nativity story.

I have 2 Granddaughters  one 3yrs the other 9+ months. My wife is still in Hagee land but does
not believe in christmas any longer. We do the christmas stuff with all the family (that participate)
including in-laws every year without trying for conversions. If asked i speak about
what i have learned without accusing or upbraiding anyone. We are in the world, not of the
world and can be a light without burning or consigning any one to burn.

George.  :-X

Marlene:
Hello, I have lost the need for Christmas. It has come a little at a time. This has been before, I knew the truth. I think God knows our heart. I don't ever care to go back to what I believed once. The Hell theory being the worse thing I could  belive. That is about my Saviors Character. I don't yearn to be in bondage. I think God is the judge of each and everyones heart.

In His Love,
Marlene

Dave in Tenn:
Of course, I'm joking about preaching.   :D  My mouth will likely be shut up like Zacharias, father of John the Baptist...but if it is opened, then all bets are off.   ;D  

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