Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree
Some of you have seen the first two rockers pictured here. The rocking horse was cut out by my father and painted by my mother for our daughter. It’s over 45 years old. The wooden rocker was purchased by my parents for me and has been mine for nearly eight decades! The new addition is a rocker my wife and I purchased for our daughter. Recently, I re-painted it to a satin black finish and my wife re-covered it in this awesome Mickey/Minnie fabric. I think it is beyond cool and can’t wait to capture some images of the youngest great grandson rocking away. The stuffed toys seem to like the rockers and are seen here just Rockin’ Around the Christmas tree. More about Boomer and Mooseltoe in an upcoming post.
Have you ever had something happen to you that was just too good to be true? Did you feel like you were living in a dream? Do you still look back on that event and it brings a smile to your face and warms your soul?
The second chapter of Luke gives us the most complete story of the birth of Christ and it should warm our soul. Mary was a godly young lady when the angel Gabriel visited her and revealed that she would give birth to the Messiah. At first, Scripture tells us, Mary was a bit confused and disturbed, by the angelic visit, but she was obedient to the will of God.
Once Christ was born visitors arrived to see the new born king, including shepherds from nearby fields who had received the Good News from a host of heavenly angels. However, Scripture indicates that Mary kept these things in her heart and pondered them often. The story is the inspiration for a classic Christmas song.
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We remember the rocking horse and it is an amazing treasure that will last forever. The redone rocker is perfect for little ones who are loving Mickey and Minnie, so adorable and the stuffies on the rockers is adorable. Your family has some real treasures.
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Some things just take a little time to become treasures. The rocking horse has been touched by 5 generations. I think that is something really special.
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I love these things that a precious to you, it’s all just beautiful! Kathy Mattea has a nice voice. I love her rendition of “Mary, Did You Know”. The other two selections of hers are introductions for which I thank you for. Nice picks! Have a joyful and blessed Christmas, dear friend!
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The first time I heard “Mary Did You Know” it was a Kathy Mattea recording and I fell in love with the song.
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She sung that when we went to the Orpyland Christmas a few years back and it brought tears to my eyes.
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The rocking horse has struck a memory that is just beyond recognition. Wonderful music. I remember the first time I heard Mary did You Know. Very moving. Thanks for Posting.
zane
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The horse is a special piece of family furniture.
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Awww, on the rocking chairs. Warmed my heart again.
Love all the videos. Jesus is the reason for the season.
Thank you for joining the Awww Mondays Blog Hop.
Have a fabulous Awww Monday and week, my friend. 🙂
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The chairs and horse will be here, putting smiles on little faces, long after I am gone.
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Brenda Lee …a classic
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Yes, Brenda is a National Treasure in pop & country music.
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The rocking horse is a treasure. I remember it from other of your posts. I love the fabric of the rocking chair. I hope these family heirlooms are treasured for many years to come. Brenda Lee is a treasure, too. I see she just celebrated her 81st birthday on the 11th. I don’t remember who was singing when I heard Mary Did You Know for the first time but I liked this version. Alana ramblinwitham
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Those beautiful family treasures, I am so glad you have them and cherish them.
Brenda Lee is an amazing woman, I’m glad her song finally hit #1 a while back.
The Bible tells us the true reason to celebrate. Thank you for the lovely music selections.
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