Monthly Archives: December 2011

Paper Cutting: Shelf Paper (Hearth Blessing)

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Francesca De Grandis

A traditional domestic adornment. Scherenschnitte—the tradition of Pennsylvania German papercutting. Craft project for children. Hearth blessings. Continue reading →

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A Yule Gift for My Community

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Francesca De Grandis

I was singing to God, and She was singing to me. Goddess of winter beckons us. Continue reading →

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The Yule Tree Blue Jay

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Francesca De Grandis

Even physical therapy can be a moment visited by Divinity. Continue reading →

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Soaking Up Sunshine, Winter, Health, and Life

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Francesca De Grandis

Soaking Up Sunshine, Winter, Health, and Life Written Sept or Oct 2011 (finally got it edited). This is a follow up to my last blog about soaking up sunshine. Since then, I have continued to make a real practice … Continue reading →

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Temporary Post #3

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Francesca De Grandis

Payment by check or money order: 1) Make out the check or money order to Francesca De Grandis. 2) Enclose it with your name, phone number, and the title of the class or event for which you’re paying. 3) Mail … Continue reading →

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When Life Gives You Lemons, Drink Sunshine.

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Francesca De Grandis

Trusting in the Divine during the harsh economic realities of present-day America is challenging, to say the least. A Self-Help Recipe. Continue reading →

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Monthly Archives: December 2011

Paper Cutting: Shelf Paper (Hearth Blessing)

A Yule Gift for My Community

Soaking Up Sunshine, Winter, Health, and Life

Temporary Post #3

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