As you know from yesterday's post, I intended to drive over to Holy Family Bookstore. Unfortunately, it was closed by the time I got there.Family Christian Store, however, was still open.The Belgian Wonder and I stopped in and asked if they had Advent candles.The clerk pointed to a big display. "Yes, right over there where it says 'Advent Celebration.'"Of course that's … [Read more...]
Three Purples and a Pink
I don't know why, but right before Advent begins each year, as I'm packing up the turkey teapot for storage, I suddenly realize I don't have candles. Our traditional Advent wreath calls for taper candles, and I prefer the traditional colors: three purples and one pink. The white Christ Candle in the center is my wedding unity candle, so we reuse that year after year, … [Read more...]