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The Christmas Carving
Christian Christmas historical romance novella
The Christmas Carving
In 1867 Loudoun County, former Union cavalryman Wyatt Hawkins dreads the Christmas season that recalls his childhood friend's fatal shooting three years earlier. The tragedy estranged him from God, the holiday, and his former fiancée, Madelyn Cunningham. As he carves a star for his family's heirloom Nativity, Madelyn returns hoping to foster reconciliation in their wounded community. Tender and historically inspired, this Christian novella suits readers who enjoy post-Civil-War Virginia, second-chance romance, handmade Christmas traditions, and stories about releasing bitterness before it costs another chance at love. Collection note: This novella is included in Chiseled on the Heart; purchase links lead to the collection.
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War trauma · Past shooting and death · Grief and loss · Mild romantic content, including kissing
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Spiced Christmas Cocoa
Chocolate and Christmas spice for a story of healing and homecoming.
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- Garnish: As listed.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Honey Bee Collins
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Gin, lemon, and honey make a golden Collins with plenty of sparkle.
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- Shake gin, lemon juice, and honey syrup with ice. Strain over fresh ice and top with soda water.
- Garnish: Lemon wheel.
- Glassware: Collins glass.
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