November 2011

Celebrating Advent

Posted by Sarah on November 28, 2011
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My nice red rosy apple, has a secret all unseen...

"Advent, advent a candle burns

First one, then two, then three then four

Their stands the child outside the door."

We light our candles adding one each week. The children put little shells and bones on week one, around the candles.

Week two they add some greens and other plant life found in our yard.

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More Than Gift Wrap - Furoshiki is an Artful, Sustainable Gift in Itself

Posted by Sarah on November 01, 2011
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How can we present gifts to our loved ones in a way that signifies the deeper meanings behind the act of giving? What could symbolize a honoring of the work involved in crafting or purchasing a special item? Is there a material that could cover a treasure and allow the gift recipient the added delight of unwrapping a surprise?

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