Monday, December 1, 2008

He is the Reason for the Season...

I l♥ve this time of year! May we all focus on the Savior
not only this time of year but always is my humble prayer!

117 comments:

  1. Adventure girlDecember 1, 2008 at 8:23 AM

    I love, love-love, this pic. It is so sweet and I love how it combines Santa and Jesus. Happy Monday Sweetie Pie!

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  2. AnonymousDecember 1, 2008 at 8:26 AM

    My sentiments exactly!

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  3. NonnaDecember 1, 2008 at 8:38 AM

    This is our goal this year too...not to get caught up in the commercial aspects of the season but to focus in on our Savior !

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  4. joeyDecember 1, 2008 at 8:41 AM

    How true and thanks for reminding us where our hearts should remain.

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  5. Alicia W.December 1, 2008 at 9:03 AM

    Thank you for stopping by my blog. That was so nice of you to leave me a note. Hope you have a blessed day and feel free to come back anytime. :o)

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  6. JenDecember 1, 2008 at 9:05 AM

    Yes, absolutely! May we focus on the Savior--the reason for this season! Love the picture you chose. Great analogy. Have a great day.

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  7. Twyla and LindseyDecember 1, 2008 at 9:06 AM

    Amen! Thank you for stopping by our blog and introducing yourself. You have a lovely blog. Twyla

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  8. ErinDecember 1, 2008 at 9:06 AM

    I am working on adding a couple of spiritual items into my 12 days of Christmas. Thanks for the reminder!

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  9. Just SODecember 1, 2008 at 9:07 AM

    Amen. I need to keep this in mind as I'm struggling with the garland and lights.

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  10. JanDecember 1, 2008 at 9:28 AM

    I so agree Shauna. It is the best.

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  11. BumbleVeeDecember 1, 2008 at 9:32 AM

    hiya and thanks for stopping by my blog...

    now I'm off to scroll backward through yours....

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  12. CarlaDecember 1, 2008 at 9:43 AM

    I say AMEN!

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  13. BeckyDecember 1, 2008 at 9:54 AM

    Sometimes it's hard to remember Him with all the lights and presents and shopping that goes around, but we definitely know that it's all about Christ.

    I love this time of year!

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  14. DeeDecember 1, 2008 at 9:59 AM

    oh so true! Thanks for visiting my blog..hope to see you back soon!

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  15. SueDecember 1, 2008 at 10:25 AM

    I have a santa room..But under the tree is santa worshipping Jesus...I luv it.

    He is the reason and I luv him!!

    thx for the reminder

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  16. Lisa BaldwinDecember 1, 2008 at 10:34 AM

    So beautifully put! Thanks, for your nice comments on my blog.

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  17. Kay DennisonDecember 1, 2008 at 10:43 AM

    Amen!!!! Amen!!!!!


    And thanks for coming by to visit me! There are groaners on Friday, too, that my readers email me -- feel free to join the fun!!!!

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  18. Bumpkin HillDecember 1, 2008 at 10:43 AM

    What a beautiful picture. THANKS so much for popping by my blog, the bear's send you lots of hugs! I loved your comment about the laundry in your other post! I know just what you mean :) Hugs, Catherine x

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  19. UnknownDecember 1, 2008 at 11:13 AM

    Ah...I needed that. I'm starting to stress about presents. I'm just not going to this year.

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  20. LindaDecember 1, 2008 at 11:18 AM

    Wow, that was a quick way to put it. Thanks for stopping and leaving such a nice comment. I'm glad my post spoke to your heart. Also, I wanted to know if you would mind if I borow the laundry graphic to put on my blog. I think it is just so cute, and with 5 kids and one on the way, I'm always a little behind on the laundry.


    Sincerely,
    Linda

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  21. Tami WeingartnerDecember 1, 2008 at 11:18 AM

    Thanks for visiting my blog. And also the tip about ♥ is great! I never knew how to do that. I'll be ♥ ♥ ♥ all over the internet now. Thanks for spreadin' the love!

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  22. AnonymousDecember 1, 2008 at 11:21 AM

    I love this time of year too. It's a great time to serve others like Jesus did for us. He is the best example of service. We need to remember him in all we do.

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  23. Whitney RDecember 1, 2008 at 11:21 AM

    Yes. Let's do.

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  24. TristanDecember 1, 2008 at 11:22 AM

    love the pic! Thanks for stopping by my blog..yours is cute also :)

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  25. Catherine HolmanDecember 1, 2008 at 11:36 AM

    THanks for stopping by my blog! I love having new readers and I can't wait to check out more of your blog.
    God Bless,
    Catherine

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  26. Melissa, Multi-Tasking MamaDecember 1, 2008 at 11:41 AM

    It is so important to remember what the season is truly about! Thanks for reminding us and thanks for stopping by my blog! I am a Tigger (and Pooh) fan too :-)

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  27. susetteDecember 1, 2008 at 11:43 AM

    Shauna, I got the package! You are incredible. Thanks so much. I will be posting pictures soon. Thanks a bazillion times!

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  28. AprilDecember 1, 2008 at 11:48 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!

    And thanks for the uplifting message today!

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  29. DollyDecember 1, 2008 at 11:56 AM

    Thanks for dropping by my blog :) You can email me anytime at-
    dollyroy@hotmail.com ♥ Have a great week :)

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  30. kristiDecember 1, 2008 at 11:57 AM

    Thanks for visiting my blog!!

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  31. KellieDecember 1, 2008 at 12:05 PM

    Ditto! I love that stores still play Christmas music this time of year, not just winter music.

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  32. RhondaDecember 1, 2008 at 12:44 PM

    The same thing has been on my mind a lot lately. I love the brilliant colors of that picture. Combines the whimsy of the season with the true meaning. ♥ it!
    thanks for the lesson on how to make a heart! I've been dying to know that!

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  33. susetteDecember 1, 2008 at 12:47 PM

    Ok my friend, it's posted! You are awesome. ♥♥

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  34. RuthieDecember 1, 2008 at 12:48 PM

    Thanks for coming by. I like the pix of Santa kneeling before the baby Jesus.
    Smiles.

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  35. KristenDecember 1, 2008 at 12:49 PM

    Oh I love that picture. I agree with you!!

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  36. Kristina P.December 1, 2008 at 12:58 PM

    You always post the nicest things.

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  37. AnonymousDecember 1, 2008 at 1:07 PM

    How true that is Jesus is the reason for the season! Beautiful picture!

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  38. Messy JessDecember 1, 2008 at 1:08 PM

    Thanks for stopping by...
    I've visited you before and now I feel GUILTY for not commenting...
    Sometimes I just like being a fly on the wall. Happy Blogging!! Or happy bouncer-roo to you!

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  39. AndreaDecember 1, 2008 at 1:09 PM

    What a perfect picture!

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  40. LeneDecember 1, 2008 at 1:15 PM

    Amen to that!

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  41. KatDecember 1, 2008 at 1:19 PM

    Amen!
    What a sweet picture. :)

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  42. AspiemomDecember 1, 2008 at 1:34 PM

    I love the picture!

    Thanks for the reminder! I have one I'm going to post on my blog in the coming days.

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  43. DonnaDecember 1, 2008 at 1:55 PM

    Wow, what a unique picture! I don't think I've ever seen one before of Santa and Jesus together. That's sweet!

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  44. Emma FDecember 1, 2008 at 1:56 PM

    What a cute post; it is a perfect reminder. I've been thinking about that same thing a lot lately. :o)

    By the way, my package came in the mail today! THANK YOU!! I'll email you when I have pictures posted!!! :o)

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  45. KatieDecember 1, 2008 at 1:59 PM

    Thanks for stopping by! :)

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  46. Da BergsDecember 1, 2008 at 2:01 PM

    HA! I was going to write AMEN! And, as I started I looked over to the left and that is what Pam wrote! Oh, well... AMEN!

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  47. AnonymousDecember 1, 2008 at 2:01 PM

    Thank you for this very important reminder! I find myself getting caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season and forget the true meaning.

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  48. Shimmy MomDecember 1, 2008 at 2:20 PM

    Amen, I love, love, LOVE that pic. I have a figurine on my piano of that. And I have a poem that I'll be posting very soon that sums up my feelings on Santa.
    Hope that you have a blessed month!
    *hugs*

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  49. just jamieDecember 1, 2008 at 2:44 PM

    Amen to that!

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  50. Bren's LifeDecember 1, 2008 at 2:50 PM

    That is the sweetest picture. I love it.. You have the cutest pictures..

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  51. AnonymousDecember 1, 2008 at 2:57 PM

    Very true!

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  52. tammyDecember 1, 2008 at 3:02 PM

    What a sweet photo and thought. I got your package today. So fun - thanks! I'll be blogging about it.

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  53. tiki_ladyDecember 1, 2008 at 3:49 PM

    I love this thought and picture!

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  54. AnonymousDecember 1, 2008 at 3:53 PM

    I love that. I hope you are having a good week.

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  55. Robin BeckDecember 1, 2008 at 4:02 PM

    Hi there,
    Hey sorry I have been MIA! I see that you tagged me like forever ago and I haven't been over here to respond. I'm really sorry about that. This year has been a blur and I am praying next year slows down a whole lot. If it wasn't for the Lord I would be a basket case! I do hope you had a lovely Thanksgiving-We did-I am trying to recoup from it still! :)
    Take Care,
    Robin~♥

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  56. KateDecember 1, 2008 at 4:46 PM

    Great post! I agree. I have a porcelain Santa and Christ Child just like this picture. I love it.

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  57. AnonymousDecember 1, 2008 at 4:56 PM

    Thanks, TIgger. Nice reminder!

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  58. -Melissa-December 1, 2008 at 5:33 PM

    I ♥ that picture. I definitely want my boys to understand the Reason for the Season. Thanks for the reminder.

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  59. ChristineDecember 1, 2008 at 5:47 PM

    Thank you for this.

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  60. Honey MommyDecember 1, 2008 at 6:14 PM

    Happy December!
    Remember Christ is the reason for the Season!

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  61. Rhonda ChristensenDecember 1, 2008 at 7:28 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!!! I see you have only been blogging for about a month now. You have a wonderfull blog!! Isn't it addicting!! It will be nice to get to know you!!!

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  62. Alicia The SnowflakeDecember 1, 2008 at 7:36 PM

    What a precious picture! Every year it seems more difficult to keep the real meaning of Christmas. Thanks for the reminder!

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  63. Mental P MamaDecember 1, 2008 at 7:44 PM

    Wonderful picture. Advent is truly a joyous season.

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  64. micheleDecember 1, 2008 at 7:52 PM

    HE IS THE REASON! I want to remember the birth of Jesus this season above everything else! Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  65. UnknownDecember 1, 2008 at 8:22 PM

    Thanks for stopping by and your nice comments. I still consider myself very new to blogging but it's SO easy and fun, it makes me keep wanting to continue. Have a blessed season!

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  66. MariDecember 1, 2008 at 8:50 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. This is such a true post!
    PS - I love Tigger!

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  67. MyndieDecember 1, 2008 at 8:57 PM

    I agree and that is my prayer also. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I plan to update it now that I have a break from school.

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  68. KenDecember 1, 2008 at 9:12 PM

    thanks for visiting our site! you have so many comments! and followers! your site is just so amazing!

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  69. Kathy PDecember 1, 2008 at 9:19 PM

    This is one of my favorite scenes... reminds us all of the real meaning of Christmas.

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  70. Laurie AnnDecember 1, 2008 at 9:27 PM

    Absolutely love the pic! Thanks for the comment on my blog. I truly appreciate it. Can't wait to check out your blog more tomorrow...

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  71. Mary Isabella and Kiley too!December 1, 2008 at 9:54 PM

    I love the graphic and I agree with you..m.

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  72. Growin' With ItDecember 1, 2008 at 9:57 PM

    159 followers? 71 comments? and you found my blog? how cool. nice to meetcha. in bloggyworld...the more blogger friends the merrier. i'm gonna poke around a bit. that puppy batting his eyes has me curious already.

    ~linda

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  73. Melissa StoverDecember 1, 2008 at 10:16 PM

    thanks for visiting my blog.

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  74. That GirlDecember 1, 2008 at 10:58 PM

    I've ALWAYS loved that statue.

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  75. MikkiDecember 1, 2008 at 11:59 PM

    Sweet!! thanks for this post. My prayer is the same.

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  76. ClaireDecember 2, 2008 at 5:45 AM

    You're right. But I do like focussing on over eating too;)

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  77. MichelleDecember 2, 2008 at 6:17 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  78. KaylynnDecember 2, 2008 at 6:21 AM

    We (my son and I) really like this picture!

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  79. KimberlyDecember 2, 2008 at 7:14 AM

    Amen!

    Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving your kind comment! I am always excited to hear from someone new who is enjoying my blog.

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  80. MarchelleDecember 2, 2008 at 7:45 AM

    Amen sista!!

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  81. DarleneDecember 2, 2008 at 7:54 AM

    I LOVE that picture and that is so true!!

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  82. heatherDecember 2, 2008 at 7:57 AM

    SO true! Its so easy to get caught up in the shopping and gift giving frenzies and forget what it is all truly about!

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  83. AllieDecember 2, 2008 at 8:03 AM

    Thanks for the comment and for stopping by my blog! I love all your quotes and ideas, and I'm loving the ♥ tip I never knew that! I learn something new everyday, thanks for sharing!!

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  84. AnonymousDecember 2, 2008 at 8:35 AM

    I have a little statue like this picture. I love it!

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  85. AnonymousDecember 2, 2008 at 8:47 AM

    My sentiments exactly!

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  86. The Farmer's WifeDecember 2, 2008 at 8:58 AM

    Hello ~ Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a sweet comment. It's nice to *meet* you. - Love the blog title, BTW....

    Happy December!

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  87. Jersey Girl CooksDecember 2, 2008 at 8:59 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. What a cute blog you have!

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  88. ShelbyDecember 2, 2008 at 8:59 AM

    Thanks for visiting! You have a very attractive blog here!

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  89. KristenDecember 2, 2008 at 9:42 AM

    great post
    Merry SITSmas

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  90. BrandyDecember 2, 2008 at 9:49 AM

    I love this!

    Merry SITSmas!

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  91. jewelstreetDecember 2, 2008 at 9:50 AM

    Merry SITSmas! What a beautiful card and sentiment! I hope we all remember this.

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  92. AllisonDecember 2, 2008 at 10:45 AM

    Merry SITSmas to you, too! Thanks for the comment on my blog!

    On another note....I am a huge TIGGER fan, too! My twitter tag is Tiggsntx! So, I'll definitely be back here!

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  93. Debbie PetrasDecember 2, 2008 at 11:30 AM

    Oh how true this is! With all the hustle and bustle of the season, many forget what it is all about; the birth of Jesus, our Savior.

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  94. in time outDecember 2, 2008 at 3:57 PM

    this is really cool, so is the prizes. you are really cool too. how do you keep up with it all? take care and happy day. ♥

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  95. HeatherDecember 2, 2008 at 7:35 PM

    You said it perfectly! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today!

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  96. Dance MomDecember 2, 2008 at 8:30 PM

    Merry SITSmas to you-thank you for stopping by my blog today!

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  97. ChristyDecember 2, 2008 at 8:43 PM

    Merry SITSmas! thanks for stopping by my blog today!

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  98. Jessica G.December 2, 2008 at 10:04 PM

    I have a porcelain sculpture of this scene and might just be my favorite Christmas decoration.

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  99. TiglizzycloneDecember 3, 2008 at 12:21 AM

    A really nice message in the pic. And thank you for coming by and commenting on my blog! Leslie

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  100. AnonymousDecember 3, 2008 at 3:31 AM

    Merciful heavens!!!! How on earth do you manage to keep up with so many followers? Or even have the time to browse...is that how you found me?

    Thankyou for coming over. All the joys of the Christmas season to you.

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  101. RoeHDecember 3, 2008 at 1:27 PM

    I love that statue. I gave mine away. I have to find another one. A cuter one. Maybe go to Germany and find one. Yeah.

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  102. UnknownDecember 3, 2008 at 2:40 PM

    What a great reminder to all!

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  103. www.JusticeJonesie.com/blogDecember 3, 2008 at 2:46 PM

    I agree, people often forget why we celebrate Christmas.

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  104. JulieDecember 3, 2008 at 2:49 PM

    Thanks for visiting my blog! AMEN to your sentiment.

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  105. Denise Grover SwankDecember 3, 2008 at 2:55 PM

    Thanks for dropping by my blog! Did you say "chocolate" at the top???

    Merry Belated SITSmas!

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  106. ♥ Boomer ♥December 3, 2008 at 2:59 PM

    PERFECT!

    And, what would I do if you hadn't taught us how to make ♥♥♥? I ♥ the little hearts! Thank you again!

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  107. Beth at AuntiesDecember 3, 2008 at 4:09 PM

    I too love this picture. Always trying to find ways to celebrate the TRUE reason for this wonderful time of the year.
    Beth

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  108. AubreyDecember 3, 2008 at 4:54 PM

    Amen!
    He's the reason for the season!

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  109. AnonymousDecember 3, 2008 at 5:09 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! Merry SITSmas! :)

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  110. AnonymousDecember 3, 2008 at 5:41 PM

    Merry Christmas! That is such a sweet picture!

    Thanks for stopping by today.

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  111. NickiDecember 3, 2008 at 7:04 PM

    Thanks for stopping by earlier!! Love this post!

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  112. AndreaLeighDecember 3, 2008 at 8:53 PM

    Very, very true!

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  113. KatDecember 4, 2008 at 1:43 AM

    AMEN!

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  114. Strawberry ShortcakeDecember 4, 2008 at 6:24 AM

    Thank you for this beautiful post. It is a wonderful reminder of who this season is truly about. I love it, thank you :)

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  115. HeatherDecember 4, 2008 at 9:27 AM

    that picture says a lot. i truly think every year we forget more and more what christmas is truly about...

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  116. Anne-MarieDecember 4, 2008 at 2:58 PM

    Oh, I just love that picture! So. so true.

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  117. Live.Love.EatDecember 5, 2008 at 8:05 AM

    Hi there. Thank you for coming by my blog to say hello!!! Wow, you have lots of comment love over here but this blog is just from November. Did you have another blog???

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