I enjoy candles. My husband says I don't have people over I have "candle lighting opportunities". He's not wrong. So, it comes as no surprise that the idea of Advent would be something that I would be drawn to. When the children were little, their Gram and Papa would bring home Belgium or Swiss chocolate Advent calendars from trips abroad. We rarely remembered to open a window each of the 24 nights, but the kids thought that was alright since splitting a 3/4 inch piece of chocolate four ways was never too much fun. As they have grown older, the celebration of Advent waned and didn't have the same emphasis. I've toyed for several years with making a crafty Advent calendar like this one. Nothing seemed to express the right sentiment or capture the not-fully-formed idea in my head.
Our current wreath |
It just so happens that Brandy's Christmas card this year was also an Advent celebration. The smudge of tomato sauce on the #1 is proof we've actively used her card. It sits here on our refrigerator. We've been decrementing the small white cards all month. She really did a fabulous job and I didn't know if we could get her to post here, so I posted for her. One of the many blessings for which I am thankful and reminiscent of this Christmas.
It's almost here. Just one more day. All the anticipation and preparations will be consumed, enjoyed and savored. This year I thank God for His work in me, for those around me which constantly prove a blessing, and for the ability to recognize all of it. It's almost here. Just one more day...
Andie
Such a cute idea for an advent calendar! Great job
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