Monthly Archives: December 2017

Trip to New Orleans

Posted on December 31, 2017 by Gail

Back in the fall I took a blogging break. During that break, my youngest son got married. Yes, my baby. He and his bride married in New Orleans, Louisiana at a small private wedding in the courtyard of the Place d’ … Continue reading →

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My Top 5 Favorite Christmas CDs

Posted on December 19, 2017 by Gail

This time of year, I usually listen to my favorite radio station which plays nothing but Christmas music from Thanksgiving through Christmas. When the radio isn’t on, I usually have a Christmas CD playing. I’m one of those who never … Continue reading →

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Bliss

Posted on December 17, 2017 by Gail

Tonight my two sisters and I had our annual Sister Christmas outing, something we’ve tried to do every year since our mother died. We’ve been to Christmas plays, concerts, musicals, ballets, and The Rockettes. This year’s outing was to the … Continue reading →

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Sunday Glory- Third Sunday of Advent

Posted on December 17, 2017 by Gail

Third Sunday of Advent Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ … Continue reading →

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Things I’m Loving These Days

Posted on December 14, 2017 by Gail

 Nativity I bought this nativity from a school fundraiser catalog many, many years ago when my nephew was in elementary school (he’s 32 now). It’s plain and was low-priced, but you know what? I love it. It brings me peace … Continue reading →

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Magical Moment

Posted on December 13, 2017 by Gail

I could never tire of listening to this duet between Celine Dion and Josh Groban singing the song, “The Prayer.”  It has to be one of the most exquisite duets ever performed.  They have a definite voice chemistry together.  SIMPLY … Continue reading →

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What My Cats Love Most About the Christmas Season

Posted on December 12, 2017 by Gail

It’s all about the paper and boxes people. Gail ♥

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Sunday Glory- An Advent Prayer

Posted on December 10, 2017 by Gail

Second Sunday of Advent Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the … Continue reading →

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Jolly Old Saint Nicholas

Posted on December 10, 2017 by Gail

I remember as a child, playing my mother’s old 78 rpm record that had the song, Jolly Old Saint Nicholas, on it and I loved it. I also remember learning the words to this song and singing it in the … Continue reading →

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Silent Night Trio

Posted on December 8, 2017 by Gail

A Beautiful blending of all three voices. Loving this… Gail ♥

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