Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Per Annum bloggers!

I wanted to tell you about our next fabulous photo contest. This time you get to show us what the holidays mean to you. Show us your holiday spirit by taking a photo of your Christmas lights, or tree, or even your favorite Santa. If you celebrate Hanukkah, show us your menorahs or all the wonderful gifts you received. The winner will get a special prize pack from Per Annum. Submit your photos by January 8. Voting will be from January 9 to January 15. So get creative and let the competition begin! Send all submissions to nora@perannum.com. P.S. Thank you to Sweeties Sweeps for listing our blog giveaway.

Here is a great poem I found that I wanted to share on this day... enjoy:

Christmas in the City
by Bailey Christine Goebel

Listen not to the grumbling herd,
The hustle and bustle is truly obsurd.
'Tis not about the gifts, giving or receiving;
'Tis simply about the joy that comes with believing.

Gather your family from place to place,
Worry not, and lessen your pace.
Close your eyes and open your ears,
Cherish the memories for years and years.

Watch the snow fall and hear silver bells ring;
You might even hear an angel sing.

For this, my friend, is the true meaning:
A babe was born one frosty evening.
A miracle that many come to believe;
But some are still yet to perceive-
The thought of a man coming from above;
Wanting only to do with spreading faith, hope, & love.

Let us treasure once more this Holiday Season,
And celebrate for all the right reasons.
Like the Christchild who came from above;
Have a very Merry Christmas and spread the love.