But was it meant to be theirs? The Great Depression's shadows were deepening over the Midwest, and Horace and Wilbur began to worry that Santa might not stop at their farm. But with a little faith and their parents’ love, the boys just might discover the true spirit of Christmas. (Approx. 12,000 words) And there's more: At the end of the story, you'll discover three holiday recipes handed down in the author's family.

    A time for joy. A time for tears. A time for reflection. A time for hope.And a time for miracles.This Christmas season Dave and Karen Brenner have welcomed a stranger into their lives. A stranger who may change their lives forever.

    But this time, everything's different. This is the last year the gang meets together before college comes in the equation and separates them. Ambrose intends to make the most of it. He even made a list.Nothing and no one will spoil his Christmas.Not even his secret and undying love for Matthew.

    She’s warned he’s a strict control freak, but she’s sure she can soften him up.Barclay Rothchester lost his wife three years ago. Of course he’s never going to find someone to replace her role, the one she did so perfectly. He’s sure its not going to be hippy dippy Ruby with her sass and rebellious ways.Ruby is determined to give his daughters the Christmas they deserve. Now if only she can tolerate their father long enough to make that happen. Are they both willing to put their stubborn pride aside, or will they risk losing the one gift that can't be wrapped: each other.

    But when fate brings him back, he’s ready to prove he’s not a bad egg like his criminal father. So, he slaps some reindeer antlers on his Basset Hound and volunteers to be Santa for the festive season.Being her hometown’s official Mrs. Claus was supposed to be fun. Instead, Evie is stuck being “married” to the sexy bad boy she crushed on in high school. The same one who broke her heart when he left town. But she can’t deny their chemistry burns hotter than an open fire.It’ll take a holiday miracle for them not to ruin Christmas. Can the misunderstood bad boy and the town golden girl get a second chance at love? Or will Evie be stuck in Jasper’s rear-view mirror once more?

    Today, Rob and Geena have become little more than hazily remembered small-town gossip, a sweet story of first love between the high school bad boy and the smartest girl in the class. At least, until Professor Geena Barister returns home after her father’s heart attack. Now, with so much time and distance having passed between them, it will take nothing short of a miracle to get the two to even speak again.As luck would have it, though, Ruby’s Place is about to reopen. Ruby’s, where the “spirits” are more than the dusty liquors in bottles behind the bar, and reunions of the heart are encouraged—no charge. For Rob and Geena (and anyone in Sullivan who enters the bar on its wintry opening night), love promises to be the specialty served on the house, while the endearing refrain of “I Remember You” plays on…

    She plans to start the new year off as a full-time career woman.What she doesn’t expect is for her brother’s friend, Kyle, to show up and steal her heart. But, after a bad breakup, can she ever trust another man with her heart?Kyle is charming, mature and well-mannered, too good to be true. Will her shattered heart find healing or does she risk having it shattered again?

    Too bad his mom thinks it’ll “be good” for him. And if that wasn’t frustrating enough, now he has to deal with a certain attractive—loves to wear tacky Christmas clothes—overbearing girl who’s determined to show him the ins and outs of being holly and jolly. Is she for real?Last Christmas, Fallon Bauer was dumped by her now-ex. This Christmas? She just wants to enjoy her favorite time of year without thinking about you-know-who. So, when her neighbor asks for some holiday help, Fallon is more than glad to lend a hand. She wasn’t, however, expecting to work with Patton High’s bad boy: Marco Amorelli. The guy is a total grinch! But helping him find some serious holiday cheer could be a sure way to keep herself distracted from feeling heartbroken…right?What happens, though, when sparks fly between them and more than snow starts falling?

    At the start of each Christmas season, the elf appears to serve as Santa's eyes and ears, and every night it travels back to the North Pole to report in.

    With the help of her neighbor, she takes off to a secluded family cabin to get away from it all and clear her mind. What she doesn't realize is the place is already occupied.And it's by the hottest guy she's ever seen.Xander Rose is every girl's well hung dream come to life.Literally.Will Ivy be able to resist the irresistible?Or will she become just another notch on his belt?

    But that criticism is as secular as a Black Friday sale and as stingy as Scrooge. This slim volume calls for a more glad, grateful, generous, and glorious approach as it considers the ground of giving, the nature of giving, the nature of receiving, and the goodness of the material world.

    

    The Original Cinnamon Bear The Finest Quality Don't be fooled by cheap imitations 26 Full and Complete Chapters Join Judy and Jimmy in their search for the silver star. Meet such characters as the Crazy Quilt Dragon, Willy the Stork, the Pirates on the Island of Obie and many others

    A short story between All Roads Lead Home (Bellingwood - Book 1) and A Big Life in a Small Town (Bellingwood - Book 2).

    Ideal for family Christmas programs or personal reflection, this inspiring guide will make you want to draw loved ones near to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

    That is, once you’ve peeled back the wrapping paper…and he’s let down his long hair. Then it’s Merry Christmas to me!I see mistletoe in my future and stealing all of his kisses.

    Instead she's stuck in a snowed in airport the night before Christmas Eve. Another lonely Christmas seems inevitable until Grayson Parker and his two small children come barging into her life. Will Grayson be able to melt Eve's heart in time for a Merry Christmas or will events conspire to pull them apart?

    

    There are three stories including, 'The Pinstriped Panda' about a Panda who decides to leave the jungle and seek a career in the city. A moral tale of greed we could all do well to learn from. 'The Ghostly Bear' about a small bear's fright in the woods but his fears turn out to be unfounded! and finally 'Santa's Verdict' a Christmas a tale about Santa making his mind up about who has been good and deserving of toys. Fun to read together.

    Will she and Jeff find him in time? Or will the season of joy turn into a tragedy? "Despite an ex-husband who abandoned them in the wake of their son's autism diagnosis, GLORIA SUTTON has her life under control. She has a successful large animal veterinary practice in small town Charula, Kentucky, shuttles her son Noah to all of his needed therapies, and volunteers with the children at her church. Everything runs as smoothly as possible, even if at times she finds herself overwhelmed in the parenting alone department. Eight-year-old boys provide their own kind of unique challenges, and when you throw in a special needs, the whole single parenting aspect can at times overwhelm. She knows that there are days that only the strength derived from God can get her through another moment.Widower JEFF BROCK moves to Charula to escape the memories of his wife and daughter, leaving behind a prestigious position of doctor of internal medicine at the University of Louisville Hospital to take over his great-uncle's small town family practice. He has no desire nor intention to ever date again, until his inherited yellow Lab brings him together with his new neighbor and her charming son. Soon he finds himself wanting to let go of the past and, for the first time in years, seek out a future. When the storm of the century blankets Kentucky under several feet of snow and whiteout conditions on Christmas day, GLORIA and JEFF batten down at her father's house, counting their blessings and basking in the warmth of their love. Until they discover that eight-year-old Noah is missing. Will they find him before he succumbs to the elements, or will this day forever mark a tragedy in their lives? "

    This short story tells how Karen and Michael came to run Cabolsua Beach Lodge.Wonderful characters, great start to this series.

    

    Luke Simmons never expected to meet a woman who sparks fire in his soul, even as his heart is breaking. Together, they find healing, and the true spirit of Christmas, in the love of a patchwork family.

    Confusion and amusement ensue.

    Linde delivers a sexy Record series short story about Brady & Liz at the White House for Christmas.Christmas at the White House has never been so sexy!

    But it’s a start.As the pop culture liaison for Chicago’s biggest morning talk show, Tiffany Hunt spends her December covering celebrations, performances, and charity functions. Which is how she winds up onstage as a volunteer host of the annual Jingle Ball, a fundraiser supporting the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation. Her packed schedule of holiday events might seem glamorous, but the stressful days often leave Tiffany with a headache—sometimes literally—like when one of the performers accidentally beans her in the back of the skull with a giant plastic candy cane. The wielder of this oversized peppermint prop turned weapon of destruction is Nick Santos, an occupational therapist who moonlights as a caroling crooner in an a cappella group. When Nick insists on keeping Tiffany company for the evening to make sure she’s feeling all right after bonking her on the head, she’s unable to resist. How can she refuse a doctor’s orders? Besides, she is feeling a little woozy, especially when said hot doctor lays his hands on her…Oh, she’s going to be on the naughty list for sure this year.

    Ana is a girl who always behaves until one day she decides not to do so. As a condition to help Ana get out of trouble, Befana asks the little girl to lend a pair of socks. In this way, the witch gets her socks, Ana does not get a well-deserved punishment, and everyone is happy.

    

    The last thing he needs this Christmas is for his family to invade his sanctuary away from LA. What he needs even less is for a family of strangers as large and boisterous as his own to also be stuck in the same house after a double-booking disaster.Especially when he ends up having to share a bunk bed with Wendy—a gorgeous, feisty New Yorker who quickly learns how to get under his skin.Sharing a room with her is sweet torture and Riven isn’t even sure what he dreads more: that every passing day brings them closer to saying goodbye or that they have yet another night to spend together...

    You'll find beautiful, full-color photographs and illustrations for quick & easy gifts, plus delicious recipes and holiday decorating ideas.

    

    On This Holy Night breathes new life into several aspects of the Christmas story through the voices of six beloved Christian communicators. Each author explores the meaning of Christmas in different facets of the holiday: Max Lucado--a look into Joseph's story, a man caught between what God says and what makes sense Rick Warren--the real gift of Christmas is that God sent His own Son to connect with the human race David Jeremiah--why the name of Jesus is so important and perfect John Maxwell--how to journey like the wise men to unexpected places Jack Hayford--a look into Mary's story, a woman who embraced the seemingly impossible with God at her side Bill Hybels--rediscovering meaning in the nativity scene

    

    

    But what if going for the glitz alone is like having the punch lines with no jokes; the puzzle, without the clues? What if having Christmas without celebrating it, means missing out on the real joy of the event?

    A tender Christmas story about the healing power of God's love

    One charming (friendzoned) pastry chef. And one unexpected reunion.Seraphina has landed the perfect job as a publicist for a charming (albeit allegedly haunted) inn in a dreamy mountain town. She’s even sworn the only romance-eligible member of the staff to a strict vow of friendship, leaving her free of complicated dating drama. But when her estranged brother walks into her life after twelve years’ absence, her perfect setup crumbles, leaving her uncertain what path to take next. Is it better to keep her heart under guard, where she’s kept it safe for so many years? Or can the Christmas spirit and a friendzone-bound pastry chef convince her to give love and family another chance?

    

    

    These short and steamy stories have never been available before and are FREE for a limited time only!Featuring brand new, holiday romances by your favorite authors, including:- Claudia Burgoa- Jewel E. Ann- Kristy Marie- Lea Coll- Jenna Hartley- Jennifer Van Wyk- LB Dunbar- Samantha Lind- JH Croix- Carrie Elks- Brit Benson- Emily McIntireBy downloading this book, you are agreeing to be signed up for all the participating author's newsletters.

    

    . . or will Christmas be ruined?

    There are giant Christmas trees decorated with candy canes, loud holiday music, and all the latest toys for the season. But when they discover the special tree covered in paper snowflakes with kids’ names and needs, something truly magical happens. Follow along as Junior and Rachel learn to be happy with what they have and that giving to others brings more joy than virtual reality gaming goggles or princess castles ever could.

    The well-known texts call children and parents alike to taste the grace of Christmas, and apply that grace to the parts of life that don't make sense. With scriptures primarily from the gospels of Luke and Matthew, and themes from the Westminster Confession of Faith, both content and reflection questions intend to address what God says about us in his word and how his truth shapes our lives. In reflecting on the account of Christ's birth, you will consider themes such as what it means to be a covenant child, to have a federal head, and to know the assurance of God's salvation. As you read through these short passages and remember the Christmas story, may God remind you of truth that that both encourages and transforms.

    The asana and mudra illustrations are beautifully done. Highly recommended as a companion to The Yoga Practice Guide.

    

    A classic story from Watership Down in a special little picture book, together in a special gift pack which features a Snow Globe for little hands to play with. A great gift for 4 to 6-year-old children. Sarah Taylor

    

    In this Christmas tale for grown-ups and children alike, Victorian England meets the peculiar world of Father Christmas. Jack Frost and his airship cross paths with Ebenezer Scrooge. And, best of all, myths and legends collide with truths.Read it for free by signing up to the author's newsletter.

    While people her age are studying, falling in love and enjoying their social lives, she is juggling study and caring for her son. She doesn't have time for love and it's too risky, anyway. So when she meets her perfect man, she is torn between following her heart and maintaining her defences. She succeeds admirably at the latter. That is, until the day that love sneaks up behind her and catches her by surprise. Will she allow Daniel to love her or will she play it safe?

    Each year, my Mommy makes the most delicious cranberry sauce.Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but this year, there is a special surprise underneath its shell...

    Traces the history and development of the Christmas holiday from ancient pagan festivals to contemporary American celebrations.