New Years Resolutions

on December 28, 2024

New Years resolutions – Every year, we seek to start out a new year, with the best of intentions. Seriously though, here are some realistic steps to getting the New Year off to a healthier start. Things to Eliminate in 2025 to Be Healthier Many of you are planning on cutting back on the unhealthy things in your life. But that doesn’t always mean just junk food or sweets — here’s somethings that might be […]

THAT SANTA QUESTION

on December 21, 2024

SOONER OR LATER, WE ALL HAVE TO FACE THAT SANTA QUESTION Here’s a quick breakdown of how it can go. Son: “Dad, I think I’m old enough now. Is there a Santa Claus?.” Dad: “Ok, I agree that your old enough. But before I tell you, I have a question for you. You see, the “truth” is a dangerous gift. Once you know something, you can’t unknow it. Once you know the truth about Santa […]

Christmas Tree

on December 14, 2024

Ever wonder about the Christmas tree tradition? In 16th-century Germany fir trees were decorated, both indoors and out, with apples, roses, gilded candies, and colored paper. In the Middle Ages, a popular religious play depicted the story of Adam and Eve’s expulsion from the Garden of Eden. A fir tree hung with apples was used to symbolize the Garden of Eden — the Paradise Tree. The play ended with the prophecy of a savior coming, […]

Christmas Stockings

on December 7, 2024

The tradition of Christmas stockings originated in the deeds of a nobleman named Nicholas who was born in 280 A.D. in Asia Minor. Nicholas dedicated his life to following the principles of Jesus Christ, using his wealth to help impoverished and suffering people. He became the Bishop of Myra in his young years, and was immensely popular for his kind, generous heart. Living a lifetime of celibacy, Nicholas never married or had children, but he […]