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Simple + Southern Sunday No. 60

~ Simple + Southern Sunday

“Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭1:18‬ ‭  “Glory to God in the highest, Glory to God evermore
Good news, great joy for all, melody breaks through the silence
Christ, the Savior is born!  Jesus, the love song of God!”
Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, Jonas Myrin
 Butch “spotted” a church!Macy’s in New York City took on the Peanuts theme this year!  Be looking for Katy’s guest post from the Big Apple!  Dowd is carefully considering her answer to “Have you been good this year?” Dawn breaking over our garden lights!  Andrew isn’t a fan of Santa or Mrs. Claus! Our cherished collection of Wedgwood ornaments! Blaze and Rush tailgating with Santa – simple and southern! Fried farm eggs with crabmeat, focaccia croutons, and chervil!!  Festive NYC at Christmas! Oreo says “Joy to the World!” Carter says, “High five, Santa!”    The magic of Mickey Mouse and Santa come together in New York City!IMG_2932 “I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the LORD!'”
Psalm 122:1  final-closer-both-1 Linking with Pieced Pastimes, Silver Pennies, Life on Lakeshore Drive, Thoughts From Alice, Coastal Charm, My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia, The Dedicated House, Dwellings-Heart of Your Home, Savvy Southern Style, Ivy and Elephants, French Country Cottage, From My Front Porch To Yours, Stone Gable, Confessions of a Plate Addict, Worthing Court, Between Naps on the Porch, Cedar Hill Farmhouse, A Stroll Thru Life, The Charm of Home, Cornerstone Confessions, A Delightsome Life, Imparting Grace, Posed Perfection, Katherines Corner, Rooted In Thyme, Share Your Cup, The Enchanting Rose, Alabama Women Bloggers, 21 Rosemary Lane, Northern Nesting, Cozy Little House, Rattlebridge Farm, Karens Up On The Hill

Simple + Southern Sunday No. 59

~ Simple + Southern Sunday

 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God,
and the Word was God.”
‭‭John‬ ‭1:1‬ ‭  “Hark the herald angels sing “Glory to the newborn King!
Peace on earth and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled”
Joyful, all ye nations rise, join the triumph of the skies
With the angelic host proclaim: “Christ is born in Bethlehem”
Hark! The herald angels sing “Glory to the newborn King!”  A Simple Southern church! A trio of brotherly love…our great nephews…aren’t they cute? Surely, Butch cut enough greenery for the kitchen door! I think Beau is excited that Santa is coming…what do you think?! After several days of rain, water was rushing over Noccalula Falls on Friday! I wonder if David and Jacob know who’s behind them?  Ho! Ho! Ho!      Snickers got caught trying to un-decorate the tree! I’m sure sweet Braden was on the nice list this year! The beautiful windows at Etc Jewelry in Mountain Brook rival any windows in New York City!  Photo from @shopetcjewelry!  Even the barn is decked out for Christmas! Who’s the driver of this truck? Espresso on a cold day…bliss       A picture post card -beautiful Aspen!

“I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the LORD!'”
Psalm 122:1  final-closer-both-1 Linking with Pieced Pastimes, Silver Pennies, Life on Lakeshore Drive, Thoughts From Alice, Coastal Charm, My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia, The Dedicated House, Dwellings-Heart of Your Home, Savvy Southern Style, Ivy and Elephants, French Country Cottage, From My Front Porch To Yours, Stone Gable, Confessions of a Plate Addict, Worthing Court, Between Naps on the Porch, Cedar Hill Farmhouse, A Stroll Thru Life, The Charm of Home, Cornerstone Confessions, A Delightsome Life, Imparting Grace, Posed Perfection, Katherines Corner, Rooted In Thyme, Share Your Cup, The Enchanting Rose, Alabama Women Bloggers, 21 Rosemary Lane, Northern Nesting, Cozy Little House, Rattlebridge Farm, Karens Up On The Hill

Simple + Southern Sunday No. 58

~ Simple + Southern Sunday

 “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.”
‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭7:14‬ ‭sss24“Come, Thou long expected Jesus born to set Thy people free;
From our fears and sins release us, let us find our rest in Thee.
Israel’s Strength and Consolation, hope of all the earth Thou art;
Dear Desire of every nation, joy of every longing heart”
Charles Wesley
 ““Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” (which means, God with us).”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭1:23‬ ‭    Christmas on the Coosa River!  A simple and Southern log cabin!
 Who knew that you could use pumpkins for a DIY snowman!  The wonders of Christmas through the eyes of a child…adorable Ryleigh!  What is better than a burger and fries after turkey and dressing???  The Shiny-Brite Company produced the most popular Christmas tree ornaments in the U.S. during the 1940s and ’50s!  The most popular ornaments have been reissued by Christopher Radko since 2001! Christmas at Noccalula Falls!  The Art-Deco style West Theater in Cedartown, Ga opened in 1941! Main Street Nantucket

“I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the LORD!'”
Psalm 122:1  final-closer-both-1 Linking with Pieced Pastimes, Silver Pennies, Life on Lakeshore Drive, Thoughts From Alice, Coastal Charm, My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia, The Dedicated House, Dwellings-Heart of Your Home, Savvy Southern Style, Ivy and Elephants, French Country Cottage, From My Front Porch To Yours, Stone Gable, Confessions of a Plate Addict, Worthing Court, Between Naps on the Porch, Cedar Hill Farmhouse, A Stroll Thru Life, The Charm of Home, Cornerstone Confessions, A Delightsome Life, Imparting Grace, Posed Perfection, Katherines Corner, Rooted In Thyme, Share Your Cup, The Enchanting Rose, Alabama Women Bloggers, 21 Rosemary Lane, Northern Nesting, Cozy Little House, Rattlebridge Farm, Karens Up On The Hill