All Outside is dark and cold
But just beneath the earth
Sleep seeds from which new life springs
Bringing nature’s gifts to birth 

                        – Betty Jones

Winter, our favorite time of year here at Rhythm of the Home. We began with winter, and each time we cycle back to this season we are reminded of all the blessings that this community of writers, artists, educators and parents have brought forth. We are reminded that our readers and contributors have created a resource that we hope has inspired many, and helped to bring nature and a love of learning into the home. 

This edition of Rhythm of the Home begins our third year, and we hope that it is as exciting as the past two. The holidays are always a time of inspiration, incredible crafting, and a love of the magic that the season brings, and we are excited to see all that you create from it. 

Our contributors have outdone themselves with the incredible giveaway items being donated for our always popular blog giveaway, but you only have until Sunday to enter, so head on over and see all the goodness from this season. 

Speaking of the blog, there are a few fun changes coming beginning on Monday, December 5th. Each month we will announce a theme for the blog, and will be taking submissions for pieces that focus on that subject area. For December, it is Holiday Simplicity. Contact us at rhythmofthehome@gmail.com to share your photos, stories, crafts and words to keep the magic of the season going all the way through the new year. 

Although we have a few short weeks until winter’s start, we hope that you will find your warmest blanket, light the fire, and enjoy the journey through the pages of this edition of Rhythm of the Home. 

Happy Holidays,

The Editors