Tag Archives: Holidays

Bucking Tradition

Posted on December 16, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Growing up Christmas was so special. You learn about the birth of Christ in the nativity play. You witness the compassion and giving through family gatherings on Christmas day. Santa is a larger than life figure in a child’s development. … Continue reading →

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Snow Day

Posted on December 12, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Last weekend I made a pilgrimage to Lynchburg in a driving snow storm! It was treacherous making our way to Tennessee through the blizzard. I didn’t even have bread or milk in the 4Runner with me. Those are the most … Continue reading →

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Rainbow Cupcakes

Posted on November 26, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Some of my favorite memories have been standing around the chop block in my mother’s kitchen. This was the case this morning and this afternoon as we prepped for our large Thanksgiving Day spread. Last night as I helped my … Continue reading →

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Turkey Day

Posted on November 24, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Everyone has their favorite holiday or day of the year. My favorite season is fall, favorite month is November, and favorite day is Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is the last great holiday left. The once great Christmas has been taken over by … Continue reading →

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Bah Humbug!

Posted on October 26, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Ebenezer Scrooge was the villain changed by the power of Christmas in the classic Charles Dickens’ novel A Christmas Carol. I am the opposite of Mr. Scrooge. I have been changed by the over commercialized, highly marketed, and retail driven … Continue reading →

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It’s a Wonderful Life

Posted on December 24, 2008 by Ruth Marie Oliver

We all know the Frank Capra movie where George Bailey is convinced by Clarence Odbody that his life is a wonderful life. George Bailey, played by Jimmy Stewart, is the leader of his community, wise business man, and compassionate executive … Continue reading →

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Mobile Gift Transportation Unit

Posted on December 21, 2008 by Ruth Marie Oliver

The Mobile Gift Transportation Unit, or TU for short, is used in the transport of Christmas presents from the GAB (Gift Assembly Building) to points in Mississippi and Alabama. The MGTU is designed as a light weight, reusable unit similar … Continue reading →

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Life Rules 1-5

Posted on December 5, 2008 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Remember Vizzini’s classic blunders? This man was wise… wiser than the Man in Black gave him credit for being. “The most famous is never get involved in a land war in Asia, but only slightly less well-known is this: never … Continue reading →

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Traditions and Symbols

Posted on November 30, 2008 by Ruth Marie Oliver

I am now home from a long stay at my family’s farm in Mississippi where I celebrated my favorite holiday, Thanksgiving. I find great delight in the tradition of over indulging in turkey, cornbread dressing, and football. My mother prepares … Continue reading →

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