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Promises for people who are homesick at Christmas

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The merry-go-round of lyrics that inhabit our minds from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve is in full swing. For many, Christmas is a ...

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How to give the best Christmas gifts ever

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Each Christmas, I spend hours upon hours looking for the perfect gift for each person on my list.  After I got married, the pressur...

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What really happened when Jesus was born

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How to know the Christmas bustle is getting the best of you

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“I feel like that girl needs a friend, but I don’t have time for another friend right now.”  I’m normally a...

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Getting past the Pinterest perfect Christmas

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My heart raced, my breathing was quick, and anxiety crept over me as I scrolled through my Pinterest feed. I was attempting to inspire my...

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The best thing you can give your loved ones this Christmas

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Long lines. An early morning (or late night). Frenzied crowds and major sales. You probably braved Black Friday to check off your Chri...

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How to enjoy Christmas when your family isn’t normal

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What should I tell my kids about Santa Claus?

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Do you remember when you discovered Santa wasn’t real? I don’t know how old I was at the time, but I remember the horror of ...

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Merry Christmas vs. Happy Holidays: Does it really matter?

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Each December, a new scandal kicks off everyone’s favorite seasonal debate: “Merry Christmas” vs. “Happ...

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What is Epiphany and why does it matter?

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You decorated, traveled, ate, open gifts, and ate some more. You rang in the new year with a long list of resolutions and a plate full of...

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