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A Cozy Christmas

December 11, 2023

Merry Christmas Dearest Readers.

Christmas lights sparkle and shine. Strangers exchange smiles and warm greetings. Music rings out with hope and joy. Snow blankets our town. Well, maybe not yet, but I can smell it. It’s coming. Our small village celebrates with festive lights; a skating rink; and jolly festivities on the weekend. Next to the village hall, Santa greets visitors with a sparkle in his eyes. When you see him, remember to make a Christmas wish. Do you still believe in Christmas magic? I do.

Cozy up with some cocoa and a relaxing read. I compiled a morsel of my favorite Christmas reads. Jan Brett, Matt Tavares and Charles Dickens are near to my heart and hold fond memories of Christmas past.

  1. Gingerbread Baby, by Jan Brett
  2. Gingerbread Christmas, by Jan Brett
  3. Home for Christmas, by Jan Brett
  4. The Night Before Christmas, by Jan Brett
  5. The Nutcracker, by Jan Brett
  6. There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bell!, by Lucille Colandro
  7. Shall I Knit You a Hat? By Kate Klise
  8. The Wish Tree, by Kyo Maclear
  9. Magic Tree House: Christmas in Camelot, by Mary Pope Osborne
  10. Share Some Kindness, Bring Some Light, by Apryl Stott
  11. The Carpenter’s Gift: A Christmas Tale about the Rockefeller Center Tree, by David Rubel
  12. Olive the Other Reindeer, by Vivian Walsh and J. Otto Seibold
  13. Dasher, by Matt Tavares
  14. Dasher Can’t Wait for Christmas, by Matt Tavares
  15. Red and Lulu, by Matt Tavares
  16. Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree, by Robert Barry
  17. A Christmas Carol and Other Christmas Writings, by Charles Dickens

Merry Christmas and Warmest Wishes for the New Year.

—-Jenn 🎅🏼

**Please note: At this time, I am not affiliated with the bookshop linked above (wink, wink I would love the opportunity). Direct links are included for your convenience.

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Merry Happy Thankful November

Monday, November 6, 2023

On November 1, the trees began to twinkle and carols were sung. Some may say it’s too soon, but others will agree that we need the season of joy and wonder to return. It’s been a challenging school year and this educator is weary. My heart becomes more and more weary with each passing day.

I formally apologize to the Thanksgiving turkey. It’s not you it’s me. I need more than a meal that will fill my belly. I need a holiday that will fill my soul with joy and wonder. I need a holiday that spreads love and peace. I need a holiday where strangers smile at each other and well wishes are extended. I need a holiday where the world sparkles. I need a holiday where grace is extended. I need a holiday where we straighten each others crowns. I need a holiday where kindness is encompassing. I need really need a holiday from the cold and darkness.

Twinkle lights, eggnog and the fresh smell of pine bring back memories of simplicity and joy. Merry Happy Thankful November has me unpacking my tress; hanging silver bells; changing out the doormat to a snowman with joy; and lighting the magical snow globe that reminds me to believe once more in the magic of the Christmas season. So, for those of you that are weary and/or struggling, take a moment; light a festive candle and drink in the joy of possibilities.

Wishing you and your family a Merry Happy Thankful November.

—Jenn

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