Tag Archives: Christmas

A Quickie Quote of Advent HOPE : )

Posted on December 11, 2017 by Virginia

A very quickie thought for our minds &  hearts to ponder today. But first, here’s a pic of an open arms kinda snowman sharing holiday cheer (& love) @ Walt Disney’s Epcot park in sunny Florida. “My idea of Christmas, … Continue reading →

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…no Bah-Humbugging around…

Posted on December 9, 2017 by Virginia

For neophyte Bah Humbuggers out there, “Bah Humbug” is an attitude espoused by Scrooge in A Christmas Carol, a book written by Charles Dickens in the 19th century that is still relevant today. Scrooge is not the nicest character (to … Continue reading →

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ADVENT CANDY CANES (of Love & Understanding)

Posted on December 4, 2017 by Virginia

Advent is a season of waiting, of preparation, of seeking (like wise men and women.) For new Roses in the Rubble readers, Virginia’s post-a-day Advent gig usually entails a brief inspirational quote, picture, carol or (occasionally) more prolific thoughts. I … Continue reading →

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Putting Love In…

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Virginia

Here in the final week of Advent, Christmas is just a few short days away. As we hurry and scurry amidst the holiday rush, crushed by lists, lines, traffic, frustrations & elusive parking places, it’s a good idea to stop … Continue reading →

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Advent-ish rainbows

Posted on December 6, 2015 by Virginia

Shocked to see a blog from Roses in the Rubble? Me too! Blogger Virginia has been off the posting grid for MANY MONTHS.  Yes, it’s already the 2nd Sunday of Advent so making that previous post-a-day Advent goal is bust.  … Continue reading →

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A “Rosy” Merry Christmas!!

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Virginia

Merry Christmas from Roses in the Rubble!!! May petals of fragrant joy that stem from the Heart of Jesus give you grace to face the thorns in your life today & each day of the New Year.  Remember Christ was … Continue reading →

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Freddie the Frog does Christmas…

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Virginia

Let me introduce you to Freddie the Frog (here he is listening to Pink Martini Christmas carols while keeping Virginia company.) Freddie is SOFT, BIG & GREEN – a cuddly buddy. The kind of friend Virginia likes to have about. … Continue reading →

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GIFTS …and Gifts…

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Virginia

Gifts (the giving of) and Gifts (the receiving of) are a big part of this holiday season.  We spend a great deal of time, or too little time (if busy schedules make us Christmas Eve shoppers), trying to find gifts … Continue reading →

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Risking Birth (on Earth?)

Posted on December 11, 2014 by Virginia

Here’s something to ponder today from a favorite author… This is no time for a child to be born, With the earth betrayed by war & hate And a comet slashing the sky to warn That time runs out & … Continue reading →

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Pink Martinis

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Virginia

I have never had a Pink Martini, but it sure sounds fun… & 60’s-ish. And how exactly does a Pink Martini relate to Advent? to Christmas? Well, there’s this awesomely amazing music group called PINK MARTINI.  And guess what?  they … Continue reading →

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