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Released November 15, 2008
Christmas/Holiday Recipes
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“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” We’ve been humming that tune for several months, thanks to a zealous music director at church who believes it is never too early to start practicing for the Cantata and the fact that the “most wonderful time” is fast approaching. The staff at 400 Edition is on that list of folks railing against the
way-too-early retailers exhibiting Christmas—can you at least wait
until after Halloween? Of course, some of you really clever folks
already have each present purchased and possibly even wrapped. We
applaud you, but you probably should have at least waited for all of
the goodies in this issue. We encourage our readers to look first in
their own hometown for Christmas shopping—and shopping all year long.
By shopping locally and supporting the small businesses in your area,
you are securing their future and that of the area that you have chosen
as home.
If you have a stylish person on your list who seems to have everything, White Interiors
should be the next stop on your journey for the perfect gift. We have
known the folks at White Interiors since they opened several years ago,
and have always loved to see what’s new.
They not only carry high-quality, attractive lines of home furnishings
and accessories; they also arrange and merchandize is such a beautiful
way—a way that always allows me to see those very items in my home.
Full-scale redecorating doesn’t have to be in your plan in order to
enjoy shopping at White Interiors, although they have a very talented
staff of decorators if it is. The shop is full of centerpiece items
that are the basis of your design or the finishing touches, but it is
the staff that makes it a pure delight to stop by White Interiors. They
are the reason you get a very special feeling when you enter the doors.
Meet the owner and staff of White Interiors on page 17—and then be sure
to stop by their showroom north of Kroger in Dawsonville.
As lovely as White Interiors and all of the other shops represented in
our magazine are, the real reason for the season—the birth of Jesus
Christ—is a great excuse to plan some good ole family time. If you
think we’ve had events and happenings around North Georgia before, you
haven’t seen anything yet! You’ll be hard-pressed to decide which
Christmas tree lighting you’ll attend. Maybe you can make a long
weekend plan to visit all of them. The crowds of people around the
squares in towns like Dahlonega and Blue Ridge remind us that the
traditions of our forefathers are still important to most families in
the United States. No matter how much our society “progresses,” most of
us still seek safety, simplicity, and a sense of community.
This Christmas season, be quick with a smile, but slow to become
impatient; be the first to offer help, but the last to require thanks;
and become a source of joy and inspiration to those around you by
offering big smiles, hearty laughter, and a song. Enjoy your holiday
and God bless you and your family!
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