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Editor's
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NOTE
hose of us of a certain age remember
the giddy excitement of the arrival
of the Sears Wish Book and the JC
Penney Christmas catalog every
fall. My siblings and I always wanted to be
the first to see and we would spend hours
poring over the toy sections - delighting in
all the newest toys and games with the hope
of finding some of them under the tree on
Christmas morning. The joy of the annual
wish book is something children today don't
understand, but back in the day, it was THE
guidebook for every child's 'best Christmas ever.'
Today, my 'best Christmas ever' doesn't come from a catalog, but rather
from the joy of celebrating the birth of our Savior, and spending time with
family and friends. Of course, I still enjoy all the trappings of the season -
the festive decorations, gift giving, family recipes and finding opportunities
to help others. These are just a few of the things that make the holidays so
special, and El Dorado a perfect place to celebrate.
Our small-town charm and energy go into overdrive this time of year with
events and activities for everyone to enjoy. The Calendar of Events beginning
on Page 9 is a comprehensive listing of holiday activities, and our 'Best
Bucket List Ever' on Page 29 provides a curated list of fun local activities for
the whole family.
In a nod to El Dorado's Best Small Town Cultural Scene award that
was announced earlier this year, we have filled this issue with stories
to encourage, ideas to inspire, and tips to help you make this the Best
Christmas Ever!
We have included ideas and tips for decorating your front porch (page 57),
scrumptious recipes to make entertaining a breeze (page 48), a how-to guide
to make jaw-dropping bows (page 61), and our annual Holiday Gift Guide
(page 33) filled with locally available gifts for everyone on your list.
Learn about El Dorado's enduring history of faith and service to others
in features honoring our century-old downtown sanctuaries (page 65); the
100th Anniversary of the Salvation Army (page 73); the legacy impact of
organ donor Mark Pinckard whose gift of life will be recognized at this year's
Rose Parade in California (page 76); and a local couple who have created a
quiet spot for meditation and reflection (page 75).
We've tried to cover it all and hope you experience the true joy of the
holiday season and have the Best Christmas Ever!
Anne Hegi,
Managing Editor
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