by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 20, 2021 | Darlene L. Turner, First Winter Star | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts
Do you remember waiting for Christmas to come? When we were young, it seemed to take FOREVER to get here. You know what I’m talking about. The anticipation builds inside you every day, threatening to bubble and spill over? Christmas just couldn’t get here fast enough!...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 13, 2021 | baby Jesus, Christmas, Darlene L. Turner, Is There Room in Your Heart? | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts
Who doesn’t love a good story? As a writer, I’m normally in constant story mode. I read or hear something that sparks an idea and I need to write it down. However, what better story is there than Jesus’ birth? But wait… It’s not just a...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 6, 2021 | Best Christmas Present Ever, Darlene L. Turner | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts
She ripped the toy from another shopper’s hand. “It’s mine. I saw it first.” The woman’s eyes narrowed and grabbed the prize back. “Oh, no you didn’t. I did.” “Hey,” she said, her voice raising an octave. One tugged. The other grumbled and pulled on the end of the...
by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 29, 2021 | Christmas Light, Darlene L. Turner | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts
Can you believe Wednesday is December 1st? For the next few weeks, I’d like to share some Christmas stories, thoughts, and poems. Today I’m honoured to highlight a poem by my friend, Barbara Ayton. Enjoy! It’s Christmas time and all around A treasury of...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 21, 2020 | Christmas, Darlene L. Turner, The Light of Christmas - A Poem by Barbara Ayton | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts, Guest Blogs
Let’s be a Christmas light for others to see. Love this poem by Barbara Ayton. Enjoy. Have a very MERRY CHRISTMAS! xo The Light of Christmas Into the sparkling realm of evening into the satin blackness placed one gem, celestial spotlighting illumining God’s...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 14, 2020 | Christmas, Darlene L. Turner, The Heart of Christmas | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts
They bundled up and headed outside for their annual Christmas walk. The Wilkinson family loved to check out their neighbour’s displays. After, they come home for a steaming cup of hot chocolate with sprinkles on top. Valerie knew once the kids got older this family...