Christmas Tree Memories

The one symbol of Christmas that I have always loved is the Christmas tree. I loved the anticipation of buying it and bringing it home, decorating it, and watching it light up the winter darkness. To tell the truth, I didn't really even care much for the presents. The tree was present enough for me.

Jingle, Jingle, Gingerbread

I enjoy three things: children, cooking, and holidays.  Last week, I was able to put all three together.  Nothing says “HOLIDAY” like gingerbread, so I decided to make gingerbread houses with our 1st grade classes, twenty little girls in all.  Nothing could bring more joy than that!  Of course, the motto, “Divide and conquer,” came … Continue reading Jingle, Jingle, Gingerbread