Apron Strings & Blessings Weekly Newsletter Vol. 20
Thanks for joining me for this week’s, “Apron Strings & Blessings.” Let’s take a look at all things faith, family, and home!
How is your Christmas season coming along? I love this time of year and all of the traditions. I am curious what Christmas traditions your family tries to keep each year.
One tradition we did not get to do this year was the local Christmas parade and then looking at Christmas lights. We will make it up some way though.
The only new things we really have going on around here is the puppy. I cannot tell you how Ally has come alive! They are having so much fun together. They play hard, and then they rest hard!
On a different note, please read the “Upcoming Events” section at the bottom. I would love your input please!
Faith
Christmas Devotionals
Saturday’s Post – “O Little Town of Bethlehem” – A Christmas Devotional through Song
December’s Scripture
An Advent Message: 3rd Sunday of Advent – Joy
Today we celebrate the good news that Jesus brings joy that is deeper than any circumstance. This joy lifts burdens, renews strength, and fills life with purpose. Even in seasons of difficulty, the presence of Christ brings a joy no one can take away. May we remember to rejoice in the Lord always.
YouTube Scriptures
I have started to post a video clips on YouTube. You can follow me here. For now, all of the clips (8-10 seconds) are of nature or animals (which are nature) 🙂 based with a scripture to go along with it. Here is an example:
Home & Family
Latest Post
Wednesday’s Post – How to Make a Snowy Gingerbread Cake Village
Another fun idea for the family is a Christmas movie night. Here are a few ideas if you decide to have one.
December’s Monthly Menu
Quick and Easy Meal Ideas for December
Here are some ideas to add to your December menu. It is going to be another easy month!
This Week’s Menu
- Monday – Chicken & Dumplings
- Tuesday – Tamale Casserole
- Wednesday – Turkey Meatloaf
- Thursday – Breakfast for Supper
- Friday – Cauliflower Pizza
Candy Recipe for the Month – Homemade Chocolate Toffee
These are easy and delicious!
Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List
If you are still looking for gifts, check these out. There are ideas for:
Here are a few more great deals:
- I just got this warming mat after talking to a friend who used one at Thanksgiving. This will be great for all family gatherings.
- I use this for measuring peanut butter. It is great!
If you like to shop at Walmart, I found these great deals:
- If you have ever thought about getting a Kitchen-Aid Mixer, now is the time with this sale! They even have a pink one!
Christmas Planner
Today is the Last Day to Get This.
I never want another Christmas planned out like 2023! That was the year Jay and I literally wrapped all of the presents in the bedroom while our family was spending the night!
This planner comes with checklists, resource pages, and places for your notes.
I have already started using mine! In fact, and it is helping tremendously!
Check out the planner. You can see it here.
Wal-mart+
- Cyber Monday – December 1st
- There will probably be several extended sales as well.
If you do not have a Walmart+ account, you might want to test it out during the Christmas season. The first time we tried it, we joined in November and cancelled it in January. It was great for Christmas planning and shopping.
The Top Links People Ask Me For
I feel like I share these links all of the time. However, when people have asked me for them, I have had a hard time finding them in a post or newsletter.
I am going to keep these links on every post for the convenience of it. I may change them out on occasion, but at least we will all know where to look to find them.
- She Reads Bible (This is the one I get the most questions about.)
- Travel Outfit
- Gravity Induced Cup Warmer
Upcoming Posts and Events
Posts
- Legacy Tours
- A New Bible Reading Plan for 2026
- A great Christmas tree storage hack!
- Christmas in songs
Events
So many people ask me about the Bibles I am making for my grandchildren for their graduation, so I thought I would pull together a little webinar to show how to do them. This would be a free online event, either by Zoom or social media.
Be looking for more information to come.
I would love to see how many people are interested in joining me for this. If you would be interested, please let me know either by commenting below or emailing me at susan@homewithgraceandjoy.com.
Let’s Connect
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I am planning to start a video Bible Study series that will be on these social media channels. I would love it if you would follow along. Just click on the icon for the social media platform you like best and follow.
Related Posts
Apron Strings & Blessings – Vol. 19
Apron Strings & Blessings – Vol. 18
Apron Strings & Blessings – Vol. 17
I have enjoyed sharing this week. Stay connected and have a blessed Thanksgiving
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“How sweet Your Word is to my taste – sweeter than honey in my mouth.”
Psalm 119:103
