A Most Special Christmas Cookie

December 17th....Santa!


Ariel, Lioness of God. Ariel, quiet and sweet, is full of love. She beckons to those around her so she may soothe them with her melodious harp. Caring and devoted as a mother lioness, she is also strong and courageous. Ariel has made a pledge to look over God's chosen and keep them from harm. Ariel is also known as the Great Angel of New Beginnings in life. It is only appropriate that she has arrived on this special night to watch over and witness this blessed event.


Tamar, the Angel. Tamar was one of the angels that appeared to the shepherds and guided them to the manger. Now she is watching over the scene to protect and glorify the Christ Child. Her presence signifies the divine nature of the new baby. She appeared to the wisemen in a dream and warned them not to tell Harod about the baby they found under the star. She knows that Harod is a jealous king who will kill any potential rival. The angels will not always protect Jesus, but they do on this night.


These are the cake stands I made to put my cookies on to give to neighbors.


I found some really nice plates on sale at a gift shop.


I collected different bases at thrift shops. This is my favorite one. I made it with a soup bowl.
Ok....this is the best new cookie recipe I've tried this year.


These are called Empire Biscuits.


They are basically shortbread rounds.


Lots of shortbread rounds.


Sandwiched together with raspberry jam.



Then frosted with a confectioners glaze.


And decorated with glaceed cherries. Aren't they precious? And they are super yummy!


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