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Monday, December 13, 2010

A Nativity ~ True Meaning of Giving!!

image courtesy of The Beautiful Life blog
I had planned on sharing images of the Nativity I had purchased, unfortunately my camera was not cooperating, so I borrowed the image from my friend Ruth over at The Beautiful Life. These pieces really are a work of art. The detail exquisite, pictures truly do not do these pieces justice. Mr. G. could not help himself, when are Nativity first arrived ~ he remains in awe of the precision in the details.

Of all the Nativity scenes I have, this one though the newest ~ for me is filled with magic. It start out in raw materials in Uganda ; each piece delicately and lovely created by caring human hands. When my sets (yes I had to order 2... something just told me I would want to share this treasure with someone special) it was a wonderful feeling to know that I was holding in my hand a unique one of a kind made with love and care by human hands piece. But more than that through my treasure I was helping these women in Uganda to become self reliant.

For full details please visit Ruth at The Beautiful Life  you will not only want to help, but you really will want to own a special gift, that truly reflects the meaning of giving and helping others, especially at this time of the year.

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18 comments:

  1. Dandelion and DaisyDecember 13, 2010 at 9:39 PM

    What a beautiful and unique nativity set!

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  2. Dee@FrenchBleuVintageDecember 13, 2010 at 9:43 PM

    Mr. G is absolutely right ~ What an amazing Nativity. It is so rare these days to find something actually made by a human ~ I would love to see how you display it when your camera is treating you better. Have a wonderful night my friend.

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  3. how i met your father blogDecember 13, 2010 at 9:59 PM

    thank you for introducing me to ruth. what a gorgeous nativity!! i love nativity scenes!

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  4. Savira GuptaDecember 13, 2010 at 10:27 PM

    Simple and beautiful. It reflects the true meaning of what this season is all about.

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  5. JustabeachkatDecember 13, 2010 at 11:03 PM

    Hi sweet friend! It's good to be back home from our NY trip and I'm enjoying myself as I visit my blog friends to see what everyone has been doing while I was away.

    I've enjoyed "catching up" with you tonight.

    Hugs,
    Kat

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  6. Teresa @ Grammy GirlfriendDecember 14, 2010 at 12:50 AM

    Love the nativity...I love different ones....Beautiful

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  7. nomo wino daphDecember 14, 2010 at 11:40 AM

    Love it:) Can't wait to see yours. I need a new one. (well, ONE period!) Mine broke in our move before last. :(

    JESUS IS THE SEASON FOR THE SEASON!

    Love Ya Friend!!
    Daph

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  8. Vær våkenDecember 14, 2010 at 12:12 PM

    Hi! It is really beautiful!!! I do like your new background too...so cute!!!
    Have a lovely Tuesday!

    Kristin xo

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  9. JMWDecember 14, 2010 at 12:32 PM

    How beautiful and what a wonderful cause! We have a sweet little nativity set that my mom gave me for my first apartment. It was made by missionary nuns in Guatemala. Unfortunately, last year our dog chewed on the baby Jesus (yeah, I laugh when I say it out loud, too) and he's worse for wear. So, we may need to shop for another set and let that one be displayed in one of the kids' rooms. :)

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  10. Sandy aka Doris the GreatDecember 14, 2010 at 2:44 PM

    Beautiful nativity scene. Thanks for sharing with us.

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  11. Ms. Bake-itDecember 14, 2010 at 3:42 PM

    What a fabulous and unique Nativity. I love Nativity scenes. I brought out the one we had when I was a child. The poor thing has seen better days, but it is the one I love best.

    ~ Tracy

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  12. UnknownDecember 17, 2010 at 1:20 PM

    Oh WOW ! that is so precious ! i am so glad you wrote this post :)
    Love

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  13. MTJDecember 18, 2010 at 9:59 AM

    Hi HHL,

    Thank you for sharing your joy. These past few weeks of reading your blog have impressed me with your joy for living. You express joy through your care, compassion and concern for others. I find this inspiring.

    Blessings and peace.

    MTJ

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  14. ReneeDecember 18, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    What a unique and beautiful nativity set. We have one of bamboo that we purchased while living in the Philippines...it hold so many memories...I bet this one does too.
    God bless and Merry Christmas!

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  15. Nikki (Sarah)December 18, 2010 at 2:16 PM

    this nativity scene is great...and what you wrote of how it was made by people in Uganda is beautiful. I also love the colorful stained glass art....

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  16. VintagesouthernlifeDecember 18, 2010 at 8:42 PM

    Beautiful and unique nativity. Know ing it was hand made makes it even more special.
    Wishing you a Merry Christmas!

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  17. DonnieDecember 19, 2010 at 3:32 PM

    That is lovely. Nativity scenes definitely become our special Christmas decorations.

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  18. Undeserving GraceDecember 19, 2010 at 8:54 PM

    Stopping by from the Sunday hop I'd love to have you join me at undeservingrace.com

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