White Christmas, almost, here in Des Moines

We had a dusting of snow a few days ago, but the ground is barely covered. So, it’s going to be a sort of a White Christmas here in Des Moines.

What a perfect opportunity to enjoy this Christmas classic, written by the great Irving Berlin, and sung by Bing Crosby and Martha Mears.

Merry Christmas, Quiner’s Diner readers!

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“All I want for Christmas is you”

Advent has many components, beginning with our preparation for the coming of the Lord.

It also allows us to revel in a season of great music, both sacred and secular.

The secular song above is a catchy, newish Christmas song that I never get tired of listening. Mariah Carey wrote it and sings it above with Michael Bublé.

Happy Advent!

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