It's a good thing that today is the last day of school for a while. It's getting harder and harder for the girls to bed at a decent time. The excitement of Christmas in our home is building (#122). The Christmas music is playing at every available moment, which I absolutely LOVE. Christmas songs are full of Praises to our Lord; the words have such special meaning. (#123) The home-made "teacher gifts" are delivered (coasters and gourmet caramel apples). (#124) Chad's Secret Santa has been revealed (which was fun for both Chad & I since he lets me help make and pick out the gifts). (#125) Most of the presents are wrapped, thanks to help from Jenica. (#126) The Christmas baking is underway. . . does it ever really end? On the list this morning: Glass Candy. For as long as I can remember, my mom always made glass candy at Christmas. (#127)
Glass Candy
2 c. sugar
1 c. water
3/4 c. Corn Syrup
1/2 tsp. flavoring (I use "mint")
Food coloring (one batch of each: red or green )
Mix sugar, water, and syrup. Heat to 300 degrees on candy thermometer. Remove from head and add food coloring and flavoring. Pour onto greased cookie sheet. When cooled, break into pieces.
Plans have been made to spend Christmas Day with my parents. (#128) The "Door Decorating Contest" at the Middle School is over. I'm so proud of the door Jenica and 3 of her friends came up with. On each silver star is the name of a service man/woman who is connected to our school in some way. (#129)
We woke up to a blanket of snow this morning! Yay!!! (#130) And thanks to Pinterest.com and sales at the stores, the decorating continues. Check out my latest project (#131) in our dining room; which adds just a little more Christmas Joy.
The magic of CHRISTmas is upon us.
Jesus fills our hearts and our home with joy.
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