Thank you all so much for the way you responded to my last post. It’s funny (not in a humorous way, but a thought-provoking way) how through this “blog world” I have made some unexpected friendships that have been a real blessing to me.
I really didn’t expect a lot of response after not posting anything for six months! But you guys have just made me feel as if I got a hug from each of you! You didn’t have to do that, so it means all the more.
I’m so looking forward to reading through your blogs and catching up on all you’ve been doing, and what’s been going on in your lives.
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Now, about edible gifts…
We have several Christmas get-together with Pastors & their wives (with whom we work) in different regions so it gives me a chance to bake some special little things that are really only around at Christmas time. (Not sure why! They are good enough to eat all year round! 
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s year I made three different things to go in the gift bags. Mini Oreos, dipped in white chocolate and rolled in crushed peppermint candies.. Mini Swirl Cinnamon Bread loaves… and Fudge Brownies.
The mini Oreos are so easy. You just dip them in melted white chocolate then roll them in crushed peppermint candies. Place on a wax papered-covered baking sheet, and place in refrigerator (This will keep them crunchy). I was surprised how long they stayed fresh! They are a delicious treat!
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n came these mini Cinnamon Swirl loaves. Just use your favorite recipe, and you can add raisins, dates, or dried apricots – whatever you prefer.
The key is to bake them in paper loaves so you can just wrap them up in cellophane after they've baked and cool.
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last but certainly not least, are the fudge-y brownies, made with dark chocolate chips, if you like that extra chocolatey goodness. These are my favorite!!
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s always fun to bake something a little extra special for people that you know could use an encouraging word, letting them them know that they are appreciated, their work is not in vain, and that they're loved.
What are you baking today? Are you baking something sweet for someone special?
Have a wonderful Christmas season!
Hugs,
Daisy
