December 1st ~ Family Advent Calendar 2025
Welcome to the Family Advent Calendar 2025!
As we begin this journey together, imagine each day as a window opening to a world of wisdom and reflection. Let’s embark on this path with hearts and minds open to learning.
Today, picture yourself sitting near bright snapdragons, their colors a vivid contrast to the serene blue of the water. You watch fishermen cast their nets with patience and skill, their movements a testament to the art of waiting and perseverance. This tranquil setting invites for pause and reflection on the lessons that God offers us each day.
In this first window of the Family Advent Calendar, let the snapdragon flowers be a reminder that beauty, in one form or another, is the reward of grit and moxie. Just as the fishermen stand by the river, awaiting their catch with faith and determination, consider how patience and endurance can transform your daily challenges into opportunities for growth.
As we journey through this Advent season, let’s listen to what He tells us through nature: and not without some support from teachings of the past. Each day is a chance to discover new ways to cherish simple joys, embrace gratitude, and find peace in the present. May this journey be one of wonder and enlightenment, guiding us to live with intention and grace. Let this reflection be the first step towards a season filled with joy, learning, and connection.
More about Snapdragons
This fabulous flower is a veggie gardener's secret weapon!
Sowing
Start your seedlings indoors, 8-10 weeks before the frost waves goodbye. Press them gently into the soil—no heavy-handedness here!
Pick soil that drains like a dream, sprinkle seeds lightly, and keep it toasty between 65-75°F for the best results.
Growing
Once settled, these floral wonders need a cozy 6-12 inches of space to stretch. They bask in full sun and thrive in just about any old garden soil.
Superpowers
These charming flowers are more than just pretty faces—they're pollinator magnets, boosting garden vitality with their magical allure!
Winter Work
In mild climates, snapdragons can dazzle right into fall.
Collect seeds for tomorrow’s blooms and store them in a cool, dry spot to keep them fresh.
Arts & Crafts
Snapdragons are the acrobats of arrangements, adding height and texture to gardens and containers with their vibrant hues. They’re the fireworks of floral displays!
And guess what? Snapdragons can jazz up your cakes, too.
There’s More!
In European folklore, snapdragons were believed to ward off bad luck and were often planted near homes for protection.
