I was looking through some of the old magazines that I have saved over the years and came across this one....
And I found this article that I thought I would share with you....
This is the history of the Christmas Card....
Please ENLARGE so you can read.....
Last year, Joe bought Christmas cards at Wegman's Grocery Store.
They were originally $16.00....
They were 50 cents a box!!
That is 96% off!!!!
What a deal!! I now have enough Christmas cards to last us for several years. I sent out about 65 cards each season and I keep picking them up on Clearance...I was sent this a few years ago and I loved it so I thought I would share it with you:
Merry Christmas
" I have a list of folks I know, all written in a book
and every year at Christmas time, I go and take a look.
And that is when I realize that these names are a part , not of
the book they're written in, but of my very own heart.
For once, you've met somebody, the years cannot erase
the memory of a pleasant word or smiling, friendly face.
So never think my Christmas cards are just a mere routine
of names upon a Christmas List forgotten in between.
For when I send a Christmas Card that is addressed to you,
it's because you're on that list of folks that I'm indebted to.
And every year when Christmas comes, I realize anew,
One of the biggest gifts Life can give is meeting Folks like you!
And may the Spirit of Christmas that forever and ever endures
leave it's richest Blessings in the heart of YOU AND YOURS!! "
Anonymous
This was printed on Christmas computer paper with a matching envelope.
Another alternative to the traditional Christmas card!
It might be an idea for Christmas 2013.....
I want to THANK all my fellow Bloggers who are joining in on The Celebration of Christmas in July here at A Debbie-Dabble Christmas!
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Hugs,
Debbie
Thanks so much for stopping by today and every day that you take the time to visit with me!
Hugs,
Debbie
Hi Debbie,
ReplyDeleteWhat a great deal on those cards! I hope we can spot a deal like that because this year, Hubby plans to give out Christmas cards to all of his customers. That will be almost three hundred cards this year and that is not counting those I send out personally! Charming post!
Blessings,
Sandi
Debbie your husband sure got a great deal on those christmas cards! They are so pretty.
ReplyDeleteI'm off to visit some of the other christmas blogs.
Mary
You sure can't beat the deal your hubby found on those Christmas cards! You can't make them for that.
ReplyDeleteI've been trying to work on Christmas items for a mid-Fall craft show I do. I like to read your blog to help get me in that frame of mind.I've even had some of the books you've posted about in the Spirit of Christmas collection. I still have a few.
We had a few Christmas in July sales over here this month and I found some gorgeous Christmas cards for half price! I also found some really sweet decorations too!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for stopping by and saying hi at my Christmas blog! As you would have seen I have neglected my poor old Christmas blog a bit but now it's Rudolph day and Christmas in July will be posting more regularly. If you don't mind adding my post/blog to your sidebar I would be thrilled! I'll add a link to your blog in my post.
If you have a moment to spare please pop by my main blog (Natasha in Oz and maybe you could link up this post to my weekly Say G'Day party! The link is here if you'd like to join in. http://www.natashainoz.com/2012/07/say-gday-saturday-decadent-double.html
Take care and Happy Christmas in July!
Best wishes,
Natasha
Hi Debbie!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great deal on those pretty Christmas cards!! I love the poem as well....I just posted my Christmas in July tonight and I would love to be added to your side bar. I'm off to visit the other participants! Have a wonderful night dear.... (hugs)
Aledia @ Plum Perfect
Yes please link up my Christmas blog!!! :-) I love your site!!!
ReplyDeletehttp://cuckooforchristmas.blogspot.com/
I have been slacking for quite a few months. Hoping to get busy with my blog now.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy coming here, you share the most wonderful things!
Have a great day Debbie! (Oh, and I think I misread your comment on my blog before so disreagard that e-mail I sent.) :o)
I just love it when people put their whole heart and soul into decorating at Christmas. I'm always sad when I have to pack up my decorations... I feel my house is naked!
ReplyDeleteI love discovering the history behind traditions! Thanks for sharing the story of the Christmas card!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking to Time Travel Thursday, too. Hope you'll join the fun each week.
Blessings,
Liz @ The Brambleberry Cottage