Friday, December 19, 2014

Blogmas Day 19: Preparing for Christmas

 
Well the first thing that comes to mind when one says to prepare for Christmas is cooking and baking!! And next would be cleaning! Lol Yep, now I begin the season of hosting several Christmas gatherings at our home - so I'm on full speed ahead. I begin this afternoon having a lunch for some relatives. I will try to remember to take some photos of the table when it's all set. No matter how on the ball I think I am I always spend these final days cooking up a storm, last minute shopping and cleaning.  Sigh. It's what we do I guess. I really do take time to sit and enjoy as well.
 
 
But the most important part about preparing for this season, in my opinion, is making sure I take time with the Lord to reflect and pray and think about what this season is about.
 
 
 
 
This is what prepare really means to me.
 
 
I will be busy these next few days with some family gatherings, as well as some final sports my kiddos participate in before Christmas.  I don't think I'll make Blogmas tomorrow, but will try to check in whenever I'm able! I've been loving it so much. Thanks Sandra!! And I appreciate folks stopping by and leaving nice comments when I know everyone is as busy as I am! Lol
 
God bless!! xo
 
Linking for Blogmas Day 19 with Sandra from Diary of a SAHM
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6 comments:

  1. MariDecember 19, 2014 at 7:53 PM

    I've been cooking and cleaning tonight - my whole family (22 people) are coming to my house tomorrow.
    You've given me a good reminder tonight. I've been like Martha, busy working, and i need to spend more time listening. Thanks!

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    1. carrie@northwoods scrapbookDecember 20, 2014 at 1:52 PM

      I hear ya Mari - it is what we all do! I think we're just wired that way. And we always want it to be perfect. Would Jesus care if everything were perfect? Probably not. Lol

      God bless xoxo

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  2. AnonymousDecember 20, 2014 at 2:19 AM

    Have been so busy, have had *no* time to stop by before now.....really hope you enjoy your day today!!! Have a LOVELY weekend!! Thank you for the reminder about stopping to take time to be with Him....

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    1. carrie@northwoods scrapbookDecember 20, 2014 at 1:53 PM

      Oh sweet Helen - just love to hear from ya whenever you get time. I know you're out there dear Gal. Hope you did get that time to stop, be with Him, and soak in some true joy of the season.

      xoxo

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  3. Amy at love made my homeDecember 20, 2014 at 7:55 AM

    Ah yes, I can totally understand the cleaning part, that comes to my mind too. I really must get on and get it sorted! Happy Christmas! xx

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    1. carrie@northwoods scrapbookDecember 20, 2014 at 1:54 PM

      Make sure you're taking time to just rest and enjoy too Amy!
      God bless xo

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