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Monday, December 19, 2016

And Then in a Twinkling

And Then in a Twinkling
Written by Patrick Regan
Illustrated by Becky Kelly
It seems only days since the kids yelled with delight, on a door - to door journey through the autumn twilight. 
And then, in a twinkling...December is here-there is frost on the pumpkin old songs fill the air. So haul out the holly ... and deck the halls... and start the list making ... and visit the malls. But while midst all the hubbub of holiday haste, do not neglect to reflect on what Christmas is based.

And then, in a twinkling...the magic comes back. The true meaning of Christmas can't be purchased or packed. For Christmas brings goodness, redemption and light and helps reconnect us to all that is right.


So don't miss the wonder while lost in to - dos, because in a twinkling ... this day will be through. So open your heart and be of good cheer. For now, in a twinkling... It is Christmas my dear!
Merry Christmas my friends!
I wish you all a wonderful Christmas week!

 ♥
Carla
 
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23 comments:

  1. ~Lavender Dreamer~December 19, 2016 at 7:31 AM

    How perfect! I'll leave this post up on my desktop to read again...and again! Merry Christmas to you and your sweet family. Lots of hugs, Diane

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  2. NanaDianaDecember 19, 2016 at 8:01 AM

    I HAVE to get this book! OMGOSH- I LOVE it-the illustrations are just beautiful! Merry Christmas to you- xo Diana

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  3. Small KucingDecember 19, 2016 at 9:21 AM

    A lovely illustration. Merry Christmas to you too.

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  4. JuliaDecember 19, 2016 at 9:22 AM

    And Merry Christmas to you and your family too. What beautiful illustrations.
    Hugs,
    Julia

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  5. Marilyn @ MountainTopSpiceDecember 19, 2016 at 11:11 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and your family Carla, may the joy of the Lord and His peace and love be with your family during this season of worshiping Him!

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  6. Debby@Just BreatheDecember 19, 2016 at 11:26 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and your family. Those illustrations are awesome!!!

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  7. KarenDecember 19, 2016 at 11:27 AM

    I especially like the last illustration of the little girl kissing the snowman. so cute! Thanks for sharing this.

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  8. Ginny HartzlerDecember 19, 2016 at 12:44 PM

    Wonderful illustrations!! I especially like all the animals around the manger. So lovely! Yes, nowadays events pass in the blink of an eye. And we are blessed if we get just a bit of a twinkle.

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  9. Heather{Our Life In a Click}December 19, 2016 at 4:34 PM

    Looks like a beautiful and special book. Enjoy your family time and have a wonderful holiday!

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  10. BenitaDecember 19, 2016 at 8:38 PM

    Love this...so beautiful! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Love and hugs!!

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  11. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapDecember 19, 2016 at 8:42 PM

    Merry Christmas to you and your family. May this year be the best one yet

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  12. Lady FiDecember 19, 2016 at 11:25 PM

    So sweet! Wishing you and yours much joy!

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  13. handmade by amaliaDecember 20, 2016 at 2:15 AM

    Love love love this post. Merry Christmas!
    Amalia
    xo

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  14. Jessica @ Barefoot by the SeaDecember 20, 2016 at 2:36 AM

    Love love love this! Thank you for sharing!

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  15. Jandom media!December 20, 2016 at 8:50 AM

    Sweet illustrations.

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  16. JunkchiccottageDecember 20, 2016 at 9:07 AM

    Love this Carla. So sweet and perfect. Thank you for sharing. Merry Christmas sweet friend.
    Kris

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  17. Kim December 20, 2016 at 9:57 AM

    How true...and perfectly stated. Enjoy the week, Carla. Merry Christmas! xo

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  18. Lowcarb team memberDecember 20, 2016 at 4:30 PM

    Oh this is just the best!!!
    A lovely post, the illustrations and words are just perfect.

    I wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas.

    All the best Jan

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  19. BrendaDecember 20, 2016 at 6:37 PM

    Very cute! Merry Christmas to you!

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  20. Doreen@foxdenrdDecember 20, 2016 at 7:42 PM

    Such sweet sentiments accompanied by even sweeter illustrations. It was a pleasure to read this tonight, amidst all the hubbub.

    xxx

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  21. Big Rigs 'n Lil' CookiesDecember 20, 2016 at 9:08 PM

    Love this! Merry Christmas!!

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  22. Henny PennyDecember 22, 2016 at 6:37 PM

    and I almost missed this post. It is so sweet and so true! Merry Christmas Carla.

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  23. A Joyful CottageJanuary 1, 2017 at 11:03 AM

    What a lovely post, Carla. I agree with Diana. . .the illustrations are beautiful. Wonderful message, too. xo

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