My new and old Christmas wreaths and a poem written in the 1600s

 

Here are two photos of my new Christmas wreath and a lovely poem included in the book I wrote, Scrapbook of Christmas Firsts: Stories to Warm Your Heart and Tips to Simplify Your Holiday.

Come thou bright and morning star, Light of light without beginning!

Shine upon us from afar that we may be kept from sinning.

Drive away by thy clear light our dark night.

Let thy grace, like morning dew Falling soft on barren places,

Comfort, quicken and renew our dry souls and dying graces;

Bless thy flock from thy rich store

Evermore.

Poem written by Christian K. Rosenroth (1636-1689) and translated by Richard Massie (1800-1887)

Below is my old jingle bell wreath with a new purpose in life, recycling at its finest. My younger son, Lane, put it on the front of his vehicle today and added red tinsel rope I wasn't using. He says it will jingle as he drives, which is a festive sound. Lane said we need Christmas more than ever this year, and I agree. Sunday's message in church was about joy and love as we follow the Bible's message. Merry Christmas friends.

Making a Pine Cone Wreath

Wreath
Originally uploaded by MoToMo

On this last day of 2008, I am planning a craft project, to make a pine cone wreath for next Christmas.

If you think you might like to do this, hurry, or saunter, over to a Goodwill Store and buy a used wreath. Right now at my local store Christmas items are 60 percent off.
I found a plain green wreath at Goodwill for a total of $1.20; can you tell I love a bargain?

The other main ingredient is pine cones and I have gathered them for free; visiting city parks and schools where pine cones are laying on the grass or dirt, and even in parking lots.
I found two types of pine cones from different pine trees so I have assorted sizes. Right now the pine cones are drying in a cool dry room, and when inspiration strikes, I will make the wreath and tell you how I did it.



Oh, and Happy 2009 to One and All.