“Never worry about the size of
your Christmas tree. In the eyes
of children, they are all 30 feet tall.”
~ Larry Wilde
Illuminate Others
christmas
Glory to God in the Highest
“For unto you is born this day
in the city of David a Savior,
which is Christ the Lord.”
~ Luke 2:11
God’s Unspeakable Truth
“And the Word became flesh,
and dwelt among us, and we saw
His glory, glory as of the only begotten
from the Father, full of grace and truth.”
~ John 1:14
Shiny Ornaments
“Some Christmas tree ornaments
do a lot more than glitter and glow,
they represent a gift of love
given a long time ago.”
~ Tom Baker
A Part of Us
“Christmas is a piece of one’s home
that one carries in one’s heart.”
~ Freya Stark
Xmas Crinkle Cookies
Eating My Way Through the Holidays. Festive Food Gifts: Xmas Crinkle Cookies! Shortcuts are the key to success for that next cookie-exchange the kids forgot to tell you about. “Oh yeah, Mom, sorry.” No worries. Head to the kitchen to clang some pans around, preheat the oven, and dust a little powdered sugar on your nose. They’ll be none the wiser. By the time the house begins to smell like a neighborhood bakery, you’ll have rows of cookies lined up ready to be boxed. And if you’re one of those organized parents, just so you know, these cookies freeze well. Arrange them in a freezer gallon bag, layered between squares of waxed paper. I have literally taken these crinkle cookies out of the freezer and handed them to a little girl to eat. Other than being slightly chilled, they retain a chewiness that makes them simply delicious. You deserve a pat on the back. You’re welcome.
XMAS CRINKLE COOKIES
Ingredients:
1/2 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
15.25-ounce box strawberry cake mix
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs, room temperature
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350°. Place powdered sugar in a shallow dish. Set aside. In a mixing bowl, combine strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir until a dough forms. Chill dough for 20 minutes. Shape dough into 1” balls. Roll in powdered sugar and place 2” apart on ungreased baking sheet. Bake 7-9 minutes, or until center is just set. Remove pan from oven; cool for 2 minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire rack. Dust with more powdered sugar.
Love One Another
“My idea of Christmas,
whether old-fashioned or modern,
is very simple: loving others.
Come to think of it,
why do we have to wait
for Christmas to do that?”
~ Bob Hope
Honor Christmas
“I will honor Christmas
in my heart, and try to keep it
all the year.”
~ Charles Dickens
Festive Food Gifts
What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? There’s nothing better than sharing homemade foods with cherished friends, family members, and those very special people who make our lives easier. Think about all those who impact your life on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis: Mail Carrier, Hairdresser, Physical Therapist, Dog Groomer, Nail Technician, Bartender, Delivery Driver, Babysitter, Housekeeper, Lawn Service, Teacher, Coach, Clergy Staff, Neighbor, Secret Santa, and more. The holidays are perfect for saying, “I made this especially for you!” Gifts of food are great ways to show thoughtfulness and appreciation. Many recipes can be divided creatively to make several gifts. Decorative boxes, ribbons, picks, and tags personalize each package. The recipes forthcoming in the days to come range from sweet and salty to healthy and heartwarming. So, turn up the music, slip on your apron, and get busy. Celebrate the season by giving something that is simply delicious: Festive Food Gifts!
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