Christmas is Coming! It's Present Time!

Are you aware that there are only 46 more days until Christmas???

Photo Copyright 2007 Alycia W. Morales

Since it's getting so close, I thought I'd bless my readers with an opportunity to receive a gift each week until the holiday arrives!

So, starting this week, watch for posts offering these opportunities. What's in store? How about a few of my favorite novels? I have four in stock right now! I also have some handmade crook-style and paperclip-style bookmarks. How about some handmade jewelry? Earrings, anyone? (Please be aware they are for pierced ears.) Maybe a necklace? Bracelet?

In order to enter to win, you simply need to leave a comment on the blog post. Please do not leave comments via Networked blogs, on Facebook, or in my email inbox. If you're having trouble logging in, and it won't work after following the steps below, by all means send me an email or Facebook message. But, please try the following steps first:

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2. Click on the comments link under the post. (1 comment)
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Following these steps will enter you to win one of these fantastic presents! Keep it for yourself or gift it to a friend or family member. Most importantly, though, don't forget to pause during your crazy hectic holiday season to remember the true reason we celebrate this season. Say a thank You to God for sending His gift, our Savior, Jesus Christ.

 

November is Upon Us

November is upon us! What are you thinking about as we head into the holiday season?

I'm already thinking about the holidays, wishing I could be home for Thanksgiving or Christmas. I told my kids to start writing down their wishes for Christmas over the weekend. (At least it might put an end to their endless "I want..." stories.) I just added a "Joy to the World" station to my Pandora radio account. I've considered my wish list. Four things are on it. A Nook and a mother's ring. (From my hubby.) For my hubby to be home with his family. (From God.) For a gift card to Barnes and Noble. (From my parents.)

I'm already thinking, "Wow! It's November! I guess I'd better write a synopsis of the story I hope to pound out before November 30th..." It's NaNoWriMo time! I hope I can squeeze out the 50K word count while substitute teaching, raising four kids while Daddy works away from home, getting ready for Thanksgiving, baking, and Christmas shopping.

And most importantly, I'm considering what I am most thankful to God for in my life. My relationship with Him. My husband and our 13 years of marriage. My children and all of the joy they bring into my life. My family, who has stood with me through trials, tribulations, changes, and awesome times. My friends. Our church families. Our health. My husband's job. My job. My writing gift. God's grace and mercy. Forgiveness. Healing. The freedom to worship the Lord. And you, my readers, who encourage me to keep writing.


What are you thankful for this November? I'd love to hear! Let's make a list in the comments below!