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Patsy Reiter

Writing stories for children and adults for over fifteen years

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A Christmas Tradition

December 21, 2021

It seems like a long time ago, but at Christmastime our families had a tradition–a trip to Frankenmuth, Michigan, to visit the Silent Night Chapel. Most often, after the Christmas Eve Service at our church.

We would pack our cars with the children, all bundled in warm outerwear, and travel the side roads. Hot chocolate, songs, and a stop along the way to switch cars was a must. Once, my youngest daughter slipped and rolled into the ditch. Snow covered and cold, we pulled her out, laughing. The drive was especially nice when snow fell from above or the heavens showcased the Master’s handiwork.

When we arrived at the chapel, a somberness fell over our group, and all silliness stopped.

Whatever your tradition, or if you want to start one, let’s celebrate the real reason for Christmas–the birth of Jesus.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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Doily Christmas Trees and Molasses Cookies

December 6, 2021

If you want an easy Christmas craft to do with children, this doily tree is perfect for little hands. We recently made trees with our Sunday school class. The children came up with their own sparkly designs. Below are samples of trees, the supplies needed, and a yummy Grandma’s Molasses Cookie recipe from my neighbor, Dianne. They’ll be gone before you know it.

         

Supplies

If you plan to make the tree ornaments, you will need popsicle sticks. The doilies we used were six inches in size. You’ll need colored cardstock, gems, confetti, glue, and markers. Have fun!

Grandma’s Molasses Cookies

   My neighbor, Dianne, graciously shared her grandmother’s recipe.

Grandma’s Molasses Cookies

3/4 cup shortening

1 cup sugar

1 teaspoon each:  cloves, ginger, cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 egg

4 tablespoons molasses

2 cups flour

2 teaspoons soda

Cream shortening, sugar, eggs and molasses. Mix and add remaining ingredients. Shape into balls, and roll in sugar. Bake at 350 degrees approximately 10 minutes.

Dianne’s note:  I always double this recipe. You can roll the dough into a log, wrap in wax paper and freeze for later use. You may want to sprinkle with sugar once you have cut and placed on cookie sheet.

Enjoy!

Many thanks, Dianne, for this delicious recipe.

Merry Christmas!

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