I'm fond of Advent calendars and have collected a few over the years. I also collect toy soldiers, so you can imagine how excited I was to find this dashing version with tiny doors that open! He stands guard on the mantle alongside toy soldiers of all types, as well as a small artificial tree bedecked with mini soldiers.
A quick search online explains a bit about Advent:
The word "advent" comes from the Latin "adventus" meaning "arrival" or "coming," particularly of something having great importance. For denominations that celebrate Advent, it marks the beginning of the church year. In Western Christianity, Advent begins on the fourth Sunday prior to Christmas Day and lasts through December 24. When Christmas Eve falls on a Sunday, it is the last, or fourth Sunday of Advent.
For Eastern Orthodox churches which use the Julian calendar, Advent begins on November 15, and lasts 40 days rather than four weeks.
Lots of fun things happening at our home this week. We celebrated Thanksgiving, started decorating for Christmas, and visited Disneyland. Here is a photo of the castle aglow with twinkling lights.
We
even completed our Christmas cards today, so we'll have plenty of time
to work on our annual gingerbread house once school finals are over.
How did it get so late so soon?
It's night before it's afternoon.
December is here before it's June.
My goodness how the time has flewn.
How did it get so late so soon?
Dr. Seuss
Happy December!
I just love your toy soldier advent calendar! I am sure you were thrilled to find it. I am so grateful for the hope I have in Christ Jesus...His coming changed me!!!! Have a great Sunday! Blessings!
ReplyDeleteOh wow, I too love this! The soldier calendar is amazing, I'd love to have one and I don't have one of any kind, either...umm, something to look for. Thank you for your visit, you made my day!
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FABBY
That is such a unique calendar! Thanks for sharing at he Chicken Chick!
ReplyDeleteOooooo! I totally love this! The soldier calender is awesome!
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The Toy solider advent calendar is awesome, I love it! And the Disney Castle looks beautiful. Lovely decorations. Have a happy week!
ReplyDeleteThat is a neat advent calendar. Disneyland looks enchanting at night with all the lights, I'm sure you had fun there.
ReplyDeleteWhat a magical place your home must be, Shawn! I absolutely love this post and feel very festive right now!!! We have always wanted to visit Disney during the Christmas holiday!!! Maybe someday . . . And thank you so much for stopping by my blog, too. Oh, and we love Advent calendars at our home. We have four going right now! Anne is happy to place Katie's ornaments on her tree in her absence!
ReplyDeleteWhat a magical place your home must be, Shawn! I absolutely love this post and feel very festive right now!!! We have always wanted to visit Disney during the Christmas holiday!!! Maybe someday . . . And thank you so much for stopping by my blog, too. Oh, and we love Advent calendars at our home. We have four going right now! Anne is happy to place Katie's ornaments on her tree in her absence!
ReplyDeleteI remember enjoying the advent calenders as a child and when my boys were little. Your soldier is awesome!!! :)
ReplyDeleteI love advent calendars also. Your new soldier is so unique! Sounds like you have had a very busy and fun time lately. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
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Jann
Gorgeous photo of Cinderella's Castle at Disneyland!!! It sure does make me want to BE THERE!!! Love your photo of the nut cracker advent calendar too.
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