An annual celebration of Christmas traditions and meaning, now in its 72nd year Christmas Ideals continues its legacy of holiday cheer and warmth with a festive new edition for 2016. This classic collection of all things Christmas includes poetry, essays, quotations, and recipes, as well as three Bible excerpts from the story of the first Christmas. Each carefully chosen selection is accompanied by beautiful, full-color artwork or photography, adding to the reasons loyal readers have sought out each year's edition since 1944. Perfect for sharing with loved ones and friends, this beautiful book will spread Christmas joy once more this year. Melinda Rumbaugh has been editor of Ideals for nearly ten years. During that time, she has chosen countless pieces of artwork, photos, and text selections, as well as tested more than 100 recipes. Melinda is also a valuable member of the children's publishing team at WorthyKids/Ideals. She lives in Brentwood, Tennessee with her husband, Erik.