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Remember awhile back that I wrote about Operation Christmas Child and packing shoeboxes for children around the world? ( http://www.janinethrossel.com/2014/11/focus-fridays.html ) Well, I wanted to share with you a glimpse of what that operation looks like when seen from the other side, when those boxes are received. Our heavenly Father is so much better than Santa Claus. . . he truly knows the desires of our hearts. ***BE SURE TO READ THE AMAZING STORIES BELOW THE VIDEO!** Enjoy.   Stories from the Philippines You Make Me So Happy “I am Mency, 8 years of age. Thank you for the shoes and socks that I received. Please know that there is a hole in the sole of my shoes that I was using every day. I prayed that Jesus will replace my worn out shoes. I was overjoyed when I opened the gifts box, I found a beautiful pair of shoes that fit exactly to my feet. Not only that, it also contained socks, toys, etc. Thank you very much, you make me so happy.” The Whisper...

And the winner is Philip! Congrats on your new Everfound CD!

I have an exciting giveaway for you this month. . . with choices! :) If you are the winner, you can choose one of three CDs!  All are musical groups that pleasantly surprised me and my family members.  They are from very distinct genres, so hopefully you will find one that is just right for you. Ready to see who they are?  I'll give you a hint. . . they are all trios! First up is the Hanneke Cassel Trio.  We were given tickets to see her trio live and we were so blown away.  Amazing musical talent. She plays fiddle, what the Scots would call "pure dead brilliant" fiddle.  And beyond her skill, artistry, original compositions, and on-stage charisma, I felt within moments that she was worshiping God with each note. Does that sound funny?  Because I had no knowledge of who she was.  But when I read the liner notes from her CD "Dot the Dragon's Eyes," it made sense.  She really goes beyond just playing to pouring her heart out when sh...

By the way, we do have a winner of the beautiful Royal Apothic perfume, "Noble Carnation!"  In the midst of the holidays, I didn't post the winner's first name, but one was pulled as promised and the perfume was given away.  You made it way too easy for me this time. Winner is Audrey. . . who was the only one who commented on the blog.  What?!  So, congratulations, Audrey! :) As we head into a new year, what kind of giveaways would you all like to see this year? Leave a comment! :)