Showing posts with label gifts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label gifts. Show all posts

13 December 2023

Christmas Tradition : The Gifts of the Magi

The presentation of the gifts of the Magi is an integral part of the story of the birth of Jesus.

Every year during the month of December, many people direct their minds to the story about the birth of Jesus, revered by faithful Christians as the Savior of the world. Although the nativity scene always shows the three wise men (also called the three kings) adoring a newborn baby and bearing gifts, the biblical account indicates that their visitation did not occur on the night that Mary gave birth. It was a few years later. 

Yet the erroneous tradition persists. There is also a question or debate as to whether or not there were three men at all. Because three gifts are mentioned, the assumption was made that there was one wise man bringing one gift. 3 gifts must equal 3 gift-bearers. The fact is that the number of men from the East who were led by the Star of Bethlehem was not recorded in the scriptures. Though one can question the total number of men that comprise what we refer to as “The Magi”, everybody accepts that there were 3 gifts and these offerings were gold, frankincense and myrrh.




  • Trivia: What were the names of the three kings (wise men or magi)?  The 12 days of Christmas ends with the Feast of the Epiphany.  (Don't check the Bible story.  The answer is not in there.)
Gold: one of the first precious metals known to mankind; a symbol of great wealth; often presented as a donation to a king's treasury in exchange for his goodwill.

Frankincense: a useful gift for a holy man, as it was often used by those who served in a temple or other place designated as a worship center.

Myrrh: an ingredient in anointing oil but also used for embalming to prepare a body for burial. An “anointing” is when a person is set apart to perform a specific task or mission. A mixture of myrrh and aloes was used by those who wrapped the body of Jesus and laid Him to rest in the tomb. Each one of these gifts was very costly. But there is nothing in the gospel accounts to indicate that Jesus or his parents, a humble carpenter and his wife, lived an extravagant lavish lifestyle. Do suppose they took the gold and frankincense and gave it to those in charge of the temple treasury?  After all, they were very devout Jews. Do you ever wonder if Mary, the mother of Jesus, saved the gift of myrrh to be used for her Son's burial?  It seems like something a loving mother would do; especially if she knows, in advance, what will happen to her child.


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Original content 1st published at Daily Two Cents, Dec 7, 2016.
That site shut down Aug 2018.


16 December 2020

Gourmet Gifts: This is For the Chocolate Lover in You!

If life is like a box of chocolates, I want this box! LOL. ~ LIFE and LOVE in a box of chocolates. 12 pieces.


Pascal Caffet is a world-famous chocolatier and the French are more than happy to say “Ooh la la!” whenever this name is heard. He is revered as “le Roi du chocolat”, that is to say, “the king of chocolate”.

Zchocolate is partnered
with Pascal Caffet.

Although this confectioner company is based in France, their delicious treats are shipped to many destinations around the world; via DHL to 244 countries, in fact.

In America, well-known business entities applaud these exquisite hand-made chocolates.
– Wall Street Journal referred to them as the Best Lesser-Known Gift Site on the Net.
– Food Network rated their products as Top 5 Chocolate Gifts.
– ShopSmart, from Consumer Reports, published its annual list for 2014 and featured zChocolat as one of the best-boxed chocolates. The word used to describe the taste-tested assortment were: standout flavors and exceptional.
– There are 26 flavors. Examples include Piedmont hazelnut praline and Venezuelan dark chocolate. LA Times calls them spectacular.

These luscious candies are offered to very appreciative customers. 


Chocolate is the gift often associated with Valentine’s Day and sometimes Christmas Day but it’s a gift that will be accepted any time of the year, no matter what the occasion. :)


Source:  Webnuggetz.com

08 February 2019

Matcha Tea is Body Fuel - Food Ways

"Are you of Japanese heritage? The people of Japan have been enjoying this green tea since the 12 century. It was served as part of the traditional Japanese tea ceremonies. Not sure if they knew it was a super-food. If they did, they were way ahead of us." 

Source: Matcha Tea is Body Fuel - Food Ways



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Ceremonial Grade Matcha 20g

**Limited supplies available**Distinguished by its superior aroma, full body, and malty finish, this ceremonial matcha is sourced from Ippodo, one of the most prestigious sources for Japanese green teas. This matcha exhibits excellent flavor and color and is a breeze to whisk. Caffeine Content: MediumTasting Notes: Grassy, Rich, Balanced





Ceremonial Matcha Bowl Set

This attractively packaged gift set has all the components necessary for your matcha making needs!  Included: 
  • Ceremonial Matcha Bowl, 
  • 100 Tine Matcha Whisk, and 
  • Bamboo Matcha Scoop.


03 December 2017

Sous Vide Cooking Tips | Scoop.it

Credit is being given to the French for Sous Vide (pronounced soo-veed) Cooking, which is a method of preparing foods by vacuum sealing and cooking packed foods in controlled temperature water. 

I've seen Ming Tsai use this technique and he was trained as a chef in France. 

No matter. When it comes to cooking, if the French say we can do it, we can do it! 

Furthermore, according to my thinking, when Ming Tsai says two thumbs up and shows you how to, you've run out of excuses.  Because Mr. Tsai knows the best to cook anything! Hey! I'm a loyal fan! :) 




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Sous Vide Cooking has become increasingly popular over the years. This is an easy, effective method of cooking that preserve nutrients and deliver on flavor ...

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Beef, chicken and salmon in vacuum plastic bag for sous vide cooking
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24 July 2017

Gifts for the Tolkien Enthusiast

Anyone who has done even scant research on John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (1892 – 1973) knows that even though he was a very private man, there is no shortage of biographical information about this famous British writer and medievalist. Hardcover, paperback, digital and audio books, letters, and other materials abound. 

His son, Christopher Tolkien, was and still is extremely protective of the legacy of his father, and has only ever authorized one official biography. His father is highly respected as a literary hero and a myth maker, and he wants to keep it that way! 

Understandable, however, that did not stop others from publishing their unauthorized unofficial versions. (Even moi! Tried my hand at publishing an unauthorized biographical sketch.) These unapproved life stories (see listing below.) are just as appreciated by Tolkien fans, as the approved biography written by Humphrey Carpenter



Furthermore, the commercialization of “all things Tolkien” may have started with the success of the “Lord of the Rings” books, but when these works were adapted to film, Tolkien fever infected the masses around the world. A loyal Tolkien-ite can not only build their own personal library, but can purchase puzzles, games, collectibles, and more!!



Lord of the Rings Collector Chess Set


– The 32 playing pieces made in fine pewter bear an amazing resemblance to the characters in the film. The top of the board is plexi-glass; the rest of the board is made out of cold cast porcelain. Hero pieces have a green ring around the bottom and villain pieces have a purple ring around the bottom. A map of Middle-earth is mounted below the playing surface.   Board measures 15 x 15 x 4.5 in.

Who would not want to keep this magnificent chess set in the family and treasure it for generations? Is it not the perfect gift for a collector, and an avid chess player who is also a devoted Tolkien follower?

Unauthorized Tolkien Biographies ( Name of Author )


Even the smallest person can change the course of the future.

— J.R.R. Tolkien



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06 June 2017

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07 July 2015

For the Chocolate Lover in You

Pascal Caffet is a world famous chocolatier and the French are more than happy to say “Ooh la la!” whenever this name is heard. He is revered as “le roi du chocolat”, that is to say, “the king of chocolate”. 

Zchocolate is partnered
with Pascal Caffet.

Although this confectioner company is based in France, their delicious treats are shipped to many destinations around the world; via DHL to 244 countries, in fact. 

In America, well-known business entities applaud these exquisite hand-made chocolates.
 

– Wall Street Journal referred to them the Best Lesser Known Gift Site on the Net.
 

– Food Network rated their products as Top 5 Chocolate Gifts.
 

– ShopSmart, from Consumer Reports published its annual list for 2014 and featured zChocolate as one of the best boxed chocolates. The word used to described the taste-tested assortment were: standout flavors and exceptional.
 

– There are 26 flavors. Examples include Piedmont hazelnut praline and Venezuelan dark chocolate. LA Times calls them spectacular.

These luscious candies are offered to very appreciative customers. The products are often romantic gifts for Valentine’s Day. But these luxury French chocolates are a perfect gift for any occasion?

Discover the zChocolat Product Collections with greatest impression!



World Best Chocolates






07 November 2014

My Blop Stop! will Auto-Share Posts to My Shopping Channel on G+ for Nov-Dec

Starting TODAY after this post, My Blog Stop! will automatically share published posts to the Google+ page for My Shopping Channel for the remainder of the year 2014 (November and December). 

Since it's that time of the year when most people are gift shopping, the majority of the posts will likely be product suggestions or gift ideas in a wide range of categories (see listing below).  Many of the recommended items have been previously shared elsewhere around the web (Pinterest, Twitter, etc.), but if don't follow my homebiz activity in those networks, but you do follow this blog, then for your convenience they will shared here too. :)


My Shopping Channel comes under the scope of Cmoneyspinner's Home Business Projects. The G+ page was created during the early part of this year, 2014, and shared its first post January 13, 2014. (See below.) The Facebook page was launched October 23, 2014.


Both business pages support two affiliate marketing websites;





MSC Product Category Listing:
(Click on appropriate link to view sampling of selected products at the My Shopping Channel Featured Products Blog for specific category.  Similar items will be posted at My Blog Stop! for Nov-Dec.)
  • Bath and Beauty
  • Clothing and Apparel
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Grocery and Gourmet
  • Health Care
  • Home and Garden
  • Jewelry and Accessories
  • Kitchen and Dining
  • Movies Music Books
  • Toys and Games
  • Unique Gift Ideas



Warm wishes for winter to carry you through
into the New Year!  :)






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