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Stacey's Christmas Tradition

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Date: 12/17/2005 Topic: Christmas > Traditions  
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"A Treasured Tradition"

I just wanted to share a wonderful tradition that I started about five years ago and I've enjoyed it so much. I call it my "Christmas Eve walk."

I had been feeling a little depressed this particular Christmas Eve and was trying to come up with something I could do to make myself feel better when an idea came to me. We had been baking Christmas goodies all day, so I got together a plate of cookies, candies and other things, wrapped it all up in plastic wrap, put a bow on it and left the house. What I wanted to do was "feel" out the right place. I just wanted to walk until I came to a place that seemed like it needed some cheer.

After walking for about five minutes, I came around a corner to a group of houses I'd never been to before and stopped. There it was; the house that needed a little Christmas magic. It was Christmas Eve and from inside the house, I could hear a baby crying and the vacuum going.

Smiling, I carefully went up to the porch, set the plate down, rang the doorbell and ran. I stopped just out of sight behind a fence and listened as the vacuum went off and the door opened. A few moments later, I heard them pick up the plate and shut the door. I was grinning from ear to ear all the way home and I sure felt a lot better. Ever since then, I take my Christmas Eve walk and I don't stop until I've reached the "right place." It sure brightens up the holidays and gives me something to look forward to each year! It certainly is a "treasured tradition."

By Stacey from Orem, UT
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By imaqt1962 (837) Profile Blog! Contact
what a wonderful idea stacey
bless you

RE: Stacey's Christmas Tradition

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By Janet45101 (Guest Post)
Your story is absolutely heartwarming! You're a real inspiration!

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By WandaJo (114) Profile Contact
Christmas Morning tradition for children:

The parents hide the baby Jesus from the Nativity Scene in their home; the children have to find the baby Jesus and return it to the Nativity; sing Happy Birthday to Baby Jesus - this is done before the children open their Christmas gifts. The children should also offer baby Jesus a gift whether it be an offering for Sunday School, obedience to their parents, quote a Bible verse, or to learn a Bible verse daily; pray more or other suggestions from their parents. This really keeps the reason for the season in focus for children.

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By wdyjsu (360) Profile Contact
Thank you all! Merry Christmas everyone!

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By Tedebear (Guest Post)
Hi Stacey, This is the most thoughtful case of better to give than to receive. You are a blessing to us all!

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By Mary (Guest Post)
That's about the coolest tradition I've heard yet! I'm gonna try it!

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By mistletoe (6) Contact
Stacey,

That sounds like a really great idea. Seeing how we can't have a Christmas this year maybe that's what I will do.

Peace & Love,
Barb

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By Katie A. (202) Blog! Contact
What a great idea--nothing like serving someone else to lift your own spirits.

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By KLS8800 (Guest Post)
Excellent idea. But what about staying next time. You just might make a new friend.

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By Carol (Guest Post)
A wonderful idea. It would cheer anyone up. Thanks for being so thoughtful.

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By Wendee (Guest Post)
I ike it too! l'm sure it would make me as happy as the recipient. thanks for the great idea.

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By (Guest Post)
WHAT A WONDERFUL IDEA!!! SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING I WOULD ENJOY DOING...MAKING SOMEONE HAPPY!!

Posted on 12/15/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse

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