Tag Archives: holiday

Is Thanksgiving Disappearing?

Posted on November 19, 2021 by Patti Fralix

I know this is a losing battle. My favorite holiday, Thanksgiving, has almost disappeared, taken over by the commercialization of Christmas. While this has gradually occurred in years past, the degree to which Christmas has supplanted Thanksgiving this year is … Continue reading →

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It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas, or Is It?

Posted on December 22, 2020 by Patti Fralix

2020 is soon to end, but not before Christmas is celebrated. We would probably all agree that this has been a year unlike any other. So, it is expected that this will not be a “normal” Christmas. Of course, I … Continue reading →

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“Help Me” Means Do It My Way!

Posted on December 19, 2019 by Patti Fralix

A friend and I were talking recently about different things, including how ready we are, or aren’t, for the Christmas holiday. We commiserated about the fact that with only a week to go, both of us are still finishing decorating! … Continue reading →

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‘Tis the Season

Posted on December 7, 2019 by Patti Fralix

‘Tis the season for merry and bright. ‘Tis the season for trees, tinsel, and toys. ‘Tis the season for carols and cookies. And, if we are not careful, ’tis the season for overwhelm. The challenge is to enjoy all that … Continue reading →

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Christmas Traditions and Memories

Posted on December 28, 2018 by Patti Fralix

The live trees are bare, soon to be disposed of. The decorations are back in their boxes. The candle lights that graced the window sills are dark. Christmas 2018 is now history. But before it passes completely, a few traditions … Continue reading →

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The Gift(s) of the Season

Posted on December 21, 2018 by Patti Fralix

With only a few days left until Christmas, many people are scurrying around finishing up last minute shopping. Then there are those whose shopping has not involved scurrying around at all. Many of those have had Amazon and other deliveries … Continue reading →

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American Pride

Posted on July 6, 2018 by Patti Fralix

Another 4th of July has come and gone. Many are still celebrating at the beach or mountains, or in their backyards. Whatever fun and festivities this week has held for you, I hope that you have enjoyed the holiday. This … Continue reading →

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Thankful

Posted on November 26, 2017 by Patti Fralix

Thanksgiving has come and gone for another year. Of our 57 relatives and friends who graced our tables, only Tara, our oldest daughter and her family, husband Stephen, and daughters Mary Grace, Elsie, and Virginia, and Uncle Barry remain. They … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving and Thankfulness

Posted on December 4, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Thanksgiving 2015 has come and gone, and right behind it is Christmas! Before I get too immersed in Christmas preparations, I want to celebrate with a thankful heart the blessings of Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. The reasons for … Continue reading →

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