By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
As the family gathers together at Christmas, patience is one of those things you need in spades. Continue reading “The 6th Day of Christmas: The Place of Patience”
The 6th Day of Christmas: The Place of Patience
The 5th Day of Christmas: Be Generous!
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Today is the perfect time to unwrap what it means to be generous, as we walk through the 12 days of Christmas. Continue reading “The 5th Day of Christmas: Be Generous!”
The 4th Day of Christmas: Harmony, Peace and Goodwill
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Magazines may portray Christmas as a time of peace and harmony, but we all know it can be a long way from that. This Christmas I’m unwrapping 12 days of gifts you can give to your family that won’t cost a cent. Continue reading “The 4th Day of Christmas: Harmony, Peace and Goodwill”
Festive Chocolate Buttons
By: Susan Joy | The JOYful Table
Serves: 30 – 32 | Prep Time: 00:10 | Cooking Time: 00:00 | * plus melting and setting time
These Chocolate Buttons are a perfect no-bake, no-fuss healthy treat. They can be made in minutes, then put aside to set in the fridge or freezer. No stress here, just a colourful treat to share over the holiday season. Continue reading “Festive Chocolate Buttons”
Circle Up
By: Duncan Robinson
There is a moment right at the end of Joshua when he calls the team together. He details the history of everything that has gone on until this point. He highlights the leading and work of God and then before Israel says, “But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24:15b) Continue reading “Circle Up”
The 3rd Day of Christmas: Spreading Good Cheer
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Most of us see Christmas as a time of good cheer. But cheerfulness isn’t a given when you are the parent of teenagers. As part of the 12 days of Christmas, today I’m looking at how to cultivate a cheerful spirit in your family. Continue reading “The 3rd Day of Christmas: Spreading Good Cheer”
Christmas Cookies
By: Susan Joy | The JOYful Table
Serves: 24 cookies | Prep Time: 00:25 | Cooking Time: 00:08
Christmas cookies free from wheat, gluten, soy, nuts, eggs, refined sugars and dairy (ghee used), with a yummy shortbread flavour. A great Christmas treat option for children with allergies. Continue reading “Christmas Cookies”
How to Make Your Own Speaker
You’ll be the coolest parent when you magically transform a cardboard tube and plastic cups into a groovy speaker!
What’s Up Moms have your school holidays covered with this great practical project.
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The 2nd Day of Christmas: Add a Pinch of Joy
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Continuing my wander through 12 days of Christmas, today I’m unwrapping the gift of joy. As you get ready to stuff the turkey and pop the presents under the tree, do some of these things to cultivate joy. Continue reading “The 2nd Day of Christmas: Add a Pinch of Joy”
The One Question the Dalai Lama Couldn’t Answer. Can You?
By: Sheridan Voysey
A few years ago I went to hear the Dalai Lama speak at a public meeting. He lectured on the importance of having compassion, then took some questions from the audience. As the event was about to end, the MC said: “Your holiness, here is one final question—What is the meaning of life?” Continue reading “The One Question the Dalai Lama Couldn’t Answer. Can You?”