25 Days Of Countdown Fun - Christmas Activity Advent

During Christmas one of the main traditions we do through out the month is called the “25 Days of Christmas”.

We count down the days by doing daily holiday activities. Many of these are things you already do during this time of year but this makes it memorable. Maybe 25 days is more then you want to do why not try a 12 or 10 day count down. remember the goal is to simplify and have fun so do what works for your family and your schedule.

How to create your own Christmas countdown plan:

STEP 1: First I begin by going through my list I have saved from year to year of over 40 various activity ideas. ( list is below)

STEP 2: Next, I then choose 25 ideas I want to do that particular year. A few examples are: decorate a tree, make cookies, visit Santa Clause, read the Christmas story, movie night, serve sparkling Cider for dinner etc. Like I said, many of these are activities you already do with your families. We are just creating a little more Christmas excitement.

STEP 3: Then I look at my calendar and see which days I can do each of my chosen activities and I write them on my calendar.

STEP 4 : Next, I go to my computer and type up little notes to go with each activity such a “ Artists are you ready? It’s time to make a masterpiece in our bonus room” This is for the day I allow my kids to paint the windows with a Christmas scene. Another example is “Get your hammers and nails out it’s time to build and decorate” did you guess this one? Time for my kids to create a ginger bread house.

STEP 5: Then you can do a variety of things with these notes :

* place each note in a separate numbered envelope. Each day your children can open an envelope and read what that days activity is. I do not recommend you seal the envelope until you hand it to your kids because if life goes crazy and you were planning to see Santa but Suzy got sick, you can quickly change it around. Which is also why it is important to keep a list of which days you are doing what.

* Place each note in little numbered boxes or Chinese take out boxes hung on a small tree. You can download 24/7 MOMS 25 day numbers by clicking here.

* Place each note in a numbered Bag. You can download our 25 day count down numbers by clicking here.

*Hang 25 small stockings on a clothes line and place a number on each stocking . Need numbers get our free ones that you can download here.

*Purchase an Advent Calender with pockets to place the notes in.

*Purchase an Advent curio cabinet with little drawers to place each note in.

Keep it simple choose carefully what activities you will do so that you do not become overwhelmed. Make this season a time to make memories with your kids and make it special.

This is the time of year we Celebrate the birth of Jesus, not living each day in complete stress and on overload. Make it Simple. Make it Fun!

25 Days of Christmas Ideas:

1. Present advent calendars to your children
2. Sing Christmas carols together then eat yummy cookies
3. Visit Santa Clause and have their picture taken
4. Go shopping and allow each child to pick out a new ornament
5. Attend a Holiday event
6. Host a family game night and invite another family
7. Take kids to pick out your Christmas tree
8. String pop corn
9. Build a Ginger bread house
10. Serve Sparkling cider with dinner
11. Bake cookies together
12. Paint holiday scenes on your windows
13. Coloring night...each year color in the same book and date it
14. Have a happy Birthday Jesus party, invite the neighbor kids
15. Make Christmas cards
16. Movie night….popcorn and yummy treats
17. PJ Night...everyone gets a new pair
18. Go for a ride and look at all the decorated houses
19. Have dinner by the Christmas tree picnic style
20. December 6th St Nick Night. Have kids place their shoes out with carrots and apples in them and while they are sleeping replace with a small gift
21. Make homemade fudge
22. Decorate your Tree
23. Make Christmas gifts
24. Host a Christmas craft club for your children and their friends
25. Help a family in need ...choose ways to teach your children to give.
26. Make or purchase Thank you gifts for community service workers then take your children around town to drop them off.
27. Red or Green night….Serve food in these colors, decorate the table in these colors
28. Tell the Christmas story and place a light in your window inviting Jesus into your home
29. Make paper chain garlands
30. Snowman night—decorate table with snowmen be creative
31. Ice Cream night ..make sundaes or go out
32. Take kids shopping for Daddy or Siblings or Grand Parents
33. Wrap gifts…. kids love to help
34. Bake a pie
35. Make a sugar cube castle
36. Elf hunt
37. Let your kids decorate their bedrooms
38. Bake a gingerbread man and tell the story
39. Play bingo with dollar store prizes...invite your neighbors over
40. Advent wreath
41. Learn about another Countries traditions
42. Celebrate Hanukkah
43. Tell the Christmas story and wear costumes
44. Dec 22nd first day of winter..take a day trip to the snow
45. Have a slumber party by the tree

46. Elf on the shelf arrives.
47. Jingle your neighbors ( ring and run)
48. Star your neighbors ( ring and run). Click here for FREE download
49. Create Christmas Blessing Mix for friends and classmates. Click here for FREE bag topper.
50. Make Snowman Soup for family and friends. Click here for FREE bag topper.

Add your own family traditions.

WIN - Teleflora - 25 Days of Christmas Giveaways

Teleflora – Send a Hug Bouquet

A sweet snowman hugging a container of fresh flowers conveys the joys and warmth of the snowy season. It’s the perfect gift for friends and family, colleagues, neighbors – anyone who needs a smile. The great thing about this bouquet is its versatility – it’s festive without being too Christmas-focused – ideal if you need a gift for someone you don’t know well. It will fit into almost any décor and you can put it out in early December and use it throughout the winter. Another plus: It’s very cost-effective as a gift because you can send it to a whole family for all of them to enjoy (without having to send each one a gift). And it’s calorie free!

About Teleflora: At Teleflora, we're proud to have been connecting customers with the nation's best florists for more than 75 years. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Teleflora has over 16,000 member florists throughout the U.S. and Canada, with an additional 20,000 affiliated florists outside North America. This extensive network, coupled with our commitment to exceptional customer service, means that when you send flowers from Teleflora, you can be confident that you’re sending the best.

Why We’re Different: Some other online flower companies pre-package their flowers in nondescript cardboard boxes, which are loaded onto trucks and dropped at the recipient’s door. Once they finally get inside, the flowers may be damaged or dehydrated. But a Teleflora bouquet is different. All of our floral arrangements are artistically arranged by a local florist using only the freshest flowers available, and each gift is personally delivered in a vase - in most cases, the same day you place your order.

SHOP: Click here to visit Teleflora's website and shop for your Send a Hug Bouquet.

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6 Easy Steps For A Perfect Buffet Dinner

By: Leslie Pleasants
24/7 MOMS Home Keeping Editor

Organize, organize, organize is the key to any successful event that can actual be stress free! Here are some tips for you to have that perfect dinner party for the holidays!


1) Labeling Your Serving Dishes: Write out everything that you are having for the dinner. I like to use little sticky note pads. Then pull out all your bowls, platters, etc.. Start deciding where all the food will be going in... mashed potatoes are going in this bowl. Then mark it with the sticky note. Also don't forget to get all your serving utensils that you will need and place them with the appropriate dish. Great idea is to even lay it all out where they are going to be to see how it all looks... if they fit. Make sure to leave some space for people to place their plate on the table to make it easier for them to dish their food.

2) Identification Cards: You might know what the food is but not everyone might know. A good way and looks great too is to label each of your foods. You can purchase place cards that you can use to label your food at the Dollar Tree... or make your own.

3) Different Heights: Creating different heights for your buffet not only makes it look professional but it is also easier for those farther away items to be reached with out dipping a sleeve in another dish. You can use cake stands or even an upside down bowl. Just make sure its all secure. If have to use a small piece of non slip material underneath.

4) Decorations: To create your buffet table to all flow together make sure your serving dishes and decorations go together. You could add something as simple as a few flowers or candles. Also good idea is to use a darker color table cloth on your buffet table to hide those little spills.

5) Flow: Make sure there is a beginning and end to your buffet table. You want a good flow so they can get their food fast and sit down. Is there enough space around your buffet table for people to get in and out? Keep condiments on their tables(butter, salt & pepper)... if its on the buffet table it will slow people down.

6) Don't Mix: Keep your drinks on a separate table... separate location. You want to be able to focus on the food and getting it there still hot. You don't need people in the way trying to get their beverages. Keep a separate table with a bucket of ice. Even move the coffee pot to this table. That way your guest don't have to ask you for anything... they can get all their beverages in one location

40% Off Your Entire Purchase At Justice

Christmas Shopping Deal: Got tween or little girls on your shopping list then you will want to grab this great coupon. 40% off of your entire purchase at Justice clothing store. Coupon valid until 12/13/10.

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WIN - Emergen-C, Kid's Spinbrush, Purell, Scotch Adhesive Dot Roller

Emergen-C flavored fizzy drink mixes offer a fast, fun and enjoyable way to keep you feeling good.

Each packet of the health and energy enhancing formula fizzes in water to provide 24 nutrients, including:

· 1,000 mg of vitamin C, zinc, quercetin and antioxidants to support your immune system and promote overall heath

· 7 B vitamins including B1, B2, B3, B6 & B12 enhance energy naturally – no caffeine, no crash

· Key minerals and electrolytes like potassium, sodium, calcium & magnesium, to replace those lost through perspiration – great for post-workout

Emergen-C is naturally delicious – no artificial flavors or sweeteners

Emergen-C is available in variety of great tasting fizzy fruit flavors, including:

· Tangerine

· Raspberry

· Super Orange

· Cranberry-Pomegranate

· Lemon-Lime

· Acai Berry

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Kid’s Spinbrush My Way!

Battery powered, electric toothbrush designed to make brushing fun!

· Packaged with over 140 stickers.

· Water-safe stickers may be applied to the thick part of the handle.

· Unique “gem” on/off button

· Pink bristles and battery cap

· Perfect for girls ages 3 – 12

· Smaller brush head than Spinbrush adult brushes

· Kids brush 38% longer with a Spinbrush battery powered toothbrush than with a manual brush

· Promotes healthy brushing, reduces plaque and massages gums

· Includes 2 replaceable AAA batteries

Purell

• Kills 99.99% of the most common germs that may cause illness.
• Use anytime, anyplace, without water or towels.
• Leaves hands feeling refreshed without a sticky residue.

Available in:
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Scotch® Adhesive Dot Roller

When you want to create great looking paper craft projects like scrapbooking and cardmaking, use the Scotch® Adhesive Dot Roller. The permanent dot adhesive applies precisely and smoothly to the end of the roll. Refilling is fast and easy with no threading! Precise application straight or curved. No stringing. Photo safe.

• Permanent
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• Neater than glue
• Precise application, straight or curve
• Easy refill cartridge with no threading

WIN: Emergen-C, Kid's Spinbrush, Purell and Scotch Adhesive Dot Roller.

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**We received a complimentary Emergen-C, Kid's Spinbrush, Purell, Scotch Adhesive Dot Roller for review no financial compensation was received.

Table Talk

Tonight's Table Talk
....to create conversation

Q: Besides saying thank you, how do you show your thanks?

Riddle:
Q: Why did Tarzan spend so much time on the golf course?
A: He was perfecting his swing.

(each day 24/7 MOMS posts a question and riddle to help you create dinner time conversation with your families)

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Live Webcast - All About Play

It is all about PLAY this week on 24/7 MOMS Live Webcast this Tuesday night we will chat with the co-founder of "Simply Fun" the how's and whys of play then we will discover what smart toys we can give this Christmas season.

Join me This Tuesday night at 7pm PST/ 10pm EST OR 9pm PST / 12am EST at www.247moms.com. ( TV on your computer)

This Week 24/7 MOMS Live Features:

- The Importance of PLAY - How much is enough?

- Giving Smart Toys This Christmas Season

- Play Time Giveaways

- Mom Time for chatting, winning and relaxing.

We go live every Tuesday night qt 7pm PST/ 10pm EST or 9pm PST / 12am EST at www.247moms.com

Put your kids to bed - Surf over to channel www.247moms.com on your computer and join us.

Join the chat to WIN prizes ( instructions are posted at www.247moms.com every Tuesday at 5pm PST)

Tweet, TXT, Facebook , invite all of your MOM friends to this weeks 24/7 MOMS Live Webcast.

Kids Personalized Atlas - Cyber Week Deal From National Geographic

National Geographic Kids DEAL for 24/7 MOMS readers

There is no better way to explain the world to children than to start with their place in it. And there is no better source than the National Geographic Society and its award-winning cartographers. Now you can order an atlas personalized with YOUR CHILD’S name, picture, school, birthday, and more. Plus, include your own dedication to make this a book they will always treasure.

• 48 pages, hardcover
• Over 200 full-color photographs and maps
• Custom printed with your child's photo and details

This wonderful new atlas is custom printed fully personalized complete with your child or children's photo and promises to be a must have for kids ages 4 to 10 this holiday season. After all what kid wouldn't be thrilled to see their picture printed in a real full color picture book?

Stop by atlasofmyworld.com where you can play with the personalizing of a sample book and see what it looks like (in a much smaller than its approximate 8 1/2" X 11" true format) and get the feel of the great ways the atlas can be personalized.

There you can upload your child's/children's photos, see & choose from several different personalization options (ranging from where the child/children go to school, information about their pet, things they love/enjoy & more), write your dedication and then see what the final product will look like. A Must have for every kid this Christmas.

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Grab a Binder It's Time To Plan

Years ago I created the Novotny Christmas planner (binder) to organize and keep track of our families Christmas celebrations. Using my planner
(binder) has allowed me to keep track each year of who I bought for, what I gave them, what traditions we celebrated, activities we participated in, recipes we used and even pictures of how we decorated our home. It has been the one resource that simplifies Christmas in my home.

After 10 years of using the same planner I decided it was time to update it with a fresh look and new planner sheets.

I came across dozens of ideas and thought I would share a few resources and ideas with you in case you are in need of creating your own Christmas planner or ready to update your existing one.

Create a Christmas notebook

Grab an empty binder and download this prefect cover and other FREE downloadables and create your very own planner with simple step by step instructions.

Click here for downloads and instructions.


Planner Sheets

The perfect Planner sheets for your Christmas planning

Click here to download your planner sheets.



Customized Planner
Family Fun's customized Holiday Planner, neatly divided by topic, with pockets for stashing various memorabilia. It organizes the entire season into one three-ring binder. Click here to read the entire how to article.


An alternative idea to the Binder planner:

Composition Notebook Christmas Planner

The DIY composition notebook Christmas planner from Eighteen25. Click here for complete instructions on making your own Christmas planner using an inexpensive composition notebook.

WIN - Hasbro Cuponk & Girl Talk Games - 25 Days of Christmas Giveaways

CUPONK was named on the Toys R Us “Hot Holiday Toy List” and the Kmart “Fab 15.”

What exactly is CUPONK? The object: sink your ball into the cup and light it up. Get it in and you’ll hear the sweet sounds of victory, YEAH! You rock. Miss the shot and your friends get the chance to one-up you. When playing CUPONK your entire home can become a legitimate playing field. Tables, walls, chairs – IT’S ON! Test out sick trick shots like Off The Deep End, Blind Hook and Rick O’Shea.

Show your skill and sink sick shots. Features lights killer zombie sounds! Includes 1 CUPONK cup, 2 CUPONK balls, 30 trick cards, a backboard accessory and instruction guide.

Requires 3 AAA batteries (not included). For 1 or more player(s). Ages 9 and up.

Hasbro Girl Talk Games

The giggles are uncontrollable when the Hasbro Girl Talk Games are out. These games are perfect for fun slumber parties and to keep those “lol moments” alive during the holiday season. Each Girl Talk game, including Dare Confetti, Sparkle Spots, and Sassy Sticks, gets girls and families talking, bonding, and laughing!

Throw the `fetti in the air and make up your dare! 20 Prizes Win glam faux gems! Grab a rectangle, circle & square - then make up a dare. Pick a friend... Now your friend has to do what you tell her to!

Fore every dare YOU do collect a glam faux gem. Collect the most faux gems and you win!

Includes: 150 Confetti pieces, 20 Faux gems, instruction. For 3-4 players. Ages 8 and up.

WIN: 24/7 MOMS and Hasbro are giving away a Cuponk & Girl Talk Games.

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Pier 1 Imports - $10.00 off of a $50.00 Purchase Coupon

Christmas Shopping Deal: You can get $10.00 off of a $50.00 purchase at Pier 1 Imports with this FREE coupon which is good until December 24, 2010.

Click here to download your coupon now.

WIN - Dremel Trio - 25 Days of Christmas Giveaways

As the first tool of its kind, the new Dremel Trio allows do-it-yourselfers to perform the functions of many specialized tools with just one, versatile package. From the wall, to the table, to the floor, the Trio allows users to tackle multiple materials and planes without switching tools. With the Dremel Trio, it’s never been easier or more convenient to Cut. Sand. Rout.™ wherever your project demands.

Functions:

Cut: With powerful, 360-degree cutting technology and plunge-cut ability, the Trio makes quick and controlled cuts in wood, plastic, drywall, metal and wall tile.
Sand: The Trio allows users to go where they can’t with most other tools to manage intricate sanding and shaping details.
Rout: Add finishing touches, such as round or beveled edges, or cutout wording on a wooden surface without changing tools.

Versatility
The Dremel Trio is the first multi-functional tool of its kind: a spiral jigsaw, edge sander and detail router all in one. The Trio’s unique, 90-degree pivoting handle lets users adjust between horizontal or vertical surfaces without switching tools. The Dremel Trio Tool system is complete with a full line of accessories and attachments to tackle countless projects in a variety of materials. Available attachments include a vacuum attachment, compact depth guide, circle/edge guide.

Performance
The Dremel Trio offers a speed range of 10,000 – 20,000 rpm with a variable speed dial for greater versatility and optimal control. The Dremel Trio has a non-marring base that protects delicate work pieces. A telescoping foot provides accurate depth control while cutting, sanding and routing. With an on-board dust extraction attachment, the Trio maintains a clean workplace during use.

Ergonomics
At half the weight and one-third the size of a jigsaw, the Dremel Trio is a compact, light and approachable tool that’s easy to maneuver. Lock-on button and multiple grip zones offer added comfort through extended use.The Trio’s 90-degree pivoting handle helps users maintain a strong grip for added control and accuracy during any application.

The Dremel Trio will be available nationwide at all hardware and home improvement centers including Home Depot, Lowe’s and Amazon.

SHOP: Click here to shop for your Drel Trio.

WIN: 24/7 MOMS and Dremel Tool are giving away a Dremel Trio.

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Letter to Santa From GroopDealz - Fun Deal

Have you HEARD about GroopDealz? The Daily deals that you wont want to miss. Today's deal is so fun and perfect for your kids this Christmas season.

GroopDealz of the day:

$9 Letters to Santa Kit - Set of 4 Cards, 4 Envelopes & 4 Labels - Free shipping ($18 Value)

The Details

• Four 5"x7" cards, which are professionally printed on extra-heavy 130 pound cardstock with a silk finish.


• Four address labels, pre-addressed to Santa at 1 Reindeer Lane, North Pole.


• Four bright red envelopes.

The address labels are not adhered to the envelopes, so your child can enjoy the final step of addressing his or her letter to Santa!


Don't Forget:

Your Letters to Santa kit will be safely packaged in a cello bag and mailed in a reinforced cardboard envelope. Kits are shipped via first class mail. Please allow 5-10 days for packaging and delivery.

Click here to get your GroopDealz today.

Cyber Monday Deals You Will Love

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Keurig Elite Coffee Brewer at Kohl's

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Nick Walls by HP Cyber Monday Mania:

A fully customizable and easy-to-install home décor solution featuring popular Nickelodeon themes including Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob SquarePants, iCarly, and more.

Nick Walls by HP Cyber Monday Mania!
50% off all Nick Walls by HP orders for 1 day only at http://www.nickwalls.com
Discount will automatically be applied to cart – no code required.

Unlike traditional wallpaper, Nick Walls by HP combines the Nickelodeon content your kids love with your own creative touch. You simply enter the precise dimensions of your wall into HP’s intuitive online design tool, then create a unique design using imagery and characters from your child’s favorite Nickelodeon shows. You can even design around obstacles in your room such as windows and doors. Best of all, it is extremely easy to put up and take down (all you need is water and a sponge), eliminating the need to spend hours scraping paste off your walls and making it simple to change designs as your child grows. Families can now visit the online Nick Walls by HP store at www.nickwalls.com to create their unique designs and place an order for delivery in time for the holidays.

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WIN: This Weeks Sears LG LG Stainless Steel 30 in. Microhood Combination w/ Warming Lamp

What was life like without microwaves? I often say we live in a microwave world we want it quick and simple, which is exactly what a microwave does in our mom world of cooking.

I am excited that this week Sears appliances and LG have once again teamed up to present our fans and followers with a chance to win another great LG appliances - just in time for the holidays!

This week you can WIN the LG Stainless Steel 30 in. Microhood Combination w/ Warming Lamp

With an Over the Range Microwave Oven, strong ventilation is key. That's why LG has created the QuietPower™ vent, which does the job quietly, without interrupting your life

This microwave will help you cook the perfect meal every time and match your design sensibilities. Moving the controls to the bottom of this microwave oven gives it a unique look suitable for your design sensibilities

Over the Range microwaves have always been great at capturing the smoke from the back burners of your stovetop, but not the front burners. LG introduces the Extenda™ Vent, which covers the entire cooking surface allowing for even greater ventilation

LG revolutionizes microwave cooking with the introduction of the first Warming Lamp. The warming lamp uses a radiant heating element to keep food warm, as opposed to microwaves or a hot bulb

Eliminate the guesswork in cooking. Humidity-sensing technology determines when food is cooked and automatically turns off the microwave to prevent the over- or under-cooking of meals

LGcooking week 4" style="float: left;" height="196" width="240">All you need to do to enter:

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This week's sweeps runs from today, ending at 11 a.m. Central on Friday (12/03/2010). They will then choose the winner, so stay alert, and keep your profile or background image up, as they will be contacting potential winners that day.

They look forward to chatting with you throughout the week about your holiday cooking plans, so feel free to tweet them with any questions you might have about LG appliances at Sears, cooking tips, or just general questions

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Table Talk

Tonight's Table Talk
....to create conversation

Q: What was the nicest thing someone has ever done for you?

Riddle:
Q: What do you get if a sheep studies karate?
A: A lamb chop.

(each day 24/7 MOMS posts a question and riddle to help you create dinner time conversation with your families)

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Fisher-Price-Kid-Tough Vidoe Camera $35.00

Christmas Shopping Deal - Amazon has the Fisher-Price Kid-Tough Video Camera – Pink priced at $50.03 then use code FPBF5015 to get $15 off Fisher Price Toys (purchases over $50) to make get your camera for $35.03 and free shipping.

Lego Castle - $69.99 Shipped From Amazon

Christmas Shopping Deal: Two Kingdom Castle Lego deals from Amazon:

Momgrammed Ornaments Created By You

Create these adorable monogrammed and personalized Christmas ornaments for your family and friends that we found over at Embellished Bayou.

For complete instructions on making your own personalized / monogrammed ornaments click here.

WIN - One Hand, Two Hands book - 25 Days of Christmas Giveaways

One Hand, Two Hands by Max Lucado

A delightful way to show little ones how their hands are a blessing from God that they can use to do help others.

Written in rhyming text and illustrated with the charming art of Gaby Hansen, this simple message of God’s blessing of hands not only entertains . . . as it teaches what wonderful things our hands can do from scratching, latching, and petting a pup to washing dishes with mommy and putting toys in a box . . . but it also conveys the important message: We can use God’s gift of hands to show our love for Him by helping others. The book ends tenderly with a prayer of thanks to God for hands and asks Him to use them again:

One hand, two hands,
Five fingers, ten.
God, thanks, for my hands.
Please, use them again.

SHOP: Click here to shop for your One Hand, Two Hands book.

WIN: 24/7 MOMS and Thomas Nelson are giving away a One Hand, Two Hands book by Max Lucado.

Enter for your chance to win

1. Become a 24/7 MOMS Subscriber Enter your email address below then leave a comment that you subscribed along with your email address.

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7 Things a Christian Woman Should Wear

by: Jeanie Cullip
24/7 MOMS Inspiration Editor

Each day we prepare ourselves for what we have ahead of us. Those women working outside of the home may place on a suit and bring her briefcase. Those women working in the home place on a pair of pants and shirt. Both choices allow each woman to successfully go about her day.

The bible tells us a christian woman whether working in or out of the home must make special preparations each day so that she may be spiritually ready as well.

Here are a list of seven items according to Ephesians 6:14-18 a Christian woman should place on:


1. Accessories

Truth = knowing what is right (Ephesians 6:14a)

2. Dress

Righteousness = Doing what is right (Ephesians 6:14b)

3. Shoes

Peace = Being in right relationship with God, yourself and others (Ephesians 6:15)

4. Purse

Faith = Believing God will turn everything for His glory. ( Ephesians 6:16)

5. Hat

Salvation = Trusting that you are right with God because of what Jesus
accomplished on the cross (Ephesians 6:17a)

6. Bible

The Word of God = Giving us the wisdom we need to understand truth, righteousness, peace, faith and salvation. (Ephesians 6:17b)

7. Prayer

Conversation with our Lord who gives us these things so that we are able
to do what is right (Ephesians 6:18)

As Christian women we are never fully dressed, nor completely prepared for your day without these things above.

As a mom it is our responsibility that our family is also prepared for their day as well.


Blessings & Giggles to you & yours,


Stay- at- Home Mommy & Writer


Jeanie Cullip is a happily married, stay-at-home mommy of 3 children of her own and 2 step-children. Finding joy, love & hope right in her own back yard and sharing it with her neighbors near and far. In love with Jesus, loves to giggle & loves to drink coffee. She is a freelance writer residing in Gig Harbor. Find out more at Cup of Joe with Jeanie for questions and comments please e-mail her at cupofjoewithjeanie@yahoo.com