I will share this Christmas ad every year, because… it’s that good.
Christmas is about family and friends.
It’s a time to smile and remember.
Yes, remember.
Because in the end, it’s our memories that stick with us.
That’s what we have.
May you find happiness and joy this season.
It’s the little things, not the big things, that are important.
Dance, smile, hug your kids, look at the sky.
Make memories!
I have been teaching preschool for over forty years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about.
I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
Very wise and true advices, Jennie! Thanks for that and have together with all your beloved a wonderful Christmas time. Best wishes also for starting a successful and blessed New Year! xx Michael
Hi Jennie, The happiest of good wishes for a woman who understood and nurtured many children over the years. May your festive season be the happy one you deserve! Cheers. Joy Lennick
Teagan, I keep watching it, because it gives me wonderful feelings, and it never gets old. I’m so glad you enjoyed this, too! Merry Christmas to you and the Scoobies. Big hugs!
I can see the father how he cherished her son. I love their bonding. It feels like they have the world when they’re together. Amazing, ad. Merry Christmas, Jennie.
Jennie, this felt quietly powerful. The way you let the moment breathe—without forcing meaning—really stayed with me. It’s that honest pause where life speaks softer but truer.
Reading this reminded me of how small, mindful breaks often become our real reset points. I recently reflected on something similar here, about slowing down and finding balance when the world feels loud:
Merry Christmas, Jennie. I love your wishes, so perfect. This is absolutely the best commercial and I tear up every time I watch it. I posted it on my facebook feed a week or so ago. I hope you make lots of wonderful memories this holiday season.
Wonderful wonderful ….may you be blessed with lots of theses wonderful memories…. I just know you are!
Wishing you and yours all the best for 2026.
Oh! It’s been mad here and I have not forgotten about Gloria Visiting… Perhaps in your summer holidays or sooner… I shall email soon before I go away. 💜💜💜💜
I’m so glad you liked this! Best to you in the new year, Willow! Thanks for getting back to me on Gloria. Spring would be perfect so the children can follow along her adventures. That will make her visit very special. No rush on emailing.😀
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Very wise and true advices, Jennie! Thanks for that and have together with all your beloved a wonderful Christmas time. Best wishes also for starting a successful and blessed New Year! xx Michael
Awwwww!!
Yes!
Hi Jennie, The happiest of good wishes for a woman who understood and nurtured many children over the years. May your festive season be the happy one you deserve! Cheers. Joy Lennick
Hi Joy, thank you for your very kind words and festive season’s wishes. Much appreciated! My best to you, and a Merry Christmas.
It always makes me cry. Merry Christmas Jennie.
Me too, Marlene. I watch it over and over again and always cry at the end. Merry Christmas to you!
Hey… Merry Christmas to you Marlene…keep writing and keep shining always 🎄🎅
Thank you very much. Hope your Christmas was merry as well.
Thank you so much 💐
That’s beautiful, Jennie!
Thank you, Dan! 😀
Hey Dan…Merry Christmas to you…🎅🎄
Thank you. Merry Christmas.
Great advice, Jennie. All the best to you.
Thank you, Anneli. Merry Christmas!
Have a great Christmas, Jennie. Say merry Christmas to Gloria for me.
Will do! She’s spending Christmas with me, and she wrote a letter to Santa.
Hey Anneli… merry Christmas to you…keep reading and keep shining always…🎄🎅
What a great video!
It really is! Thank you, Glen.
Hey Glen…Merry to you and your family and friends…
🎅🎄🦋🥂
Thank you very much. Same to you.
Sorry…i mean merry Christmas
Yes, blessings to you and your family this season.
thanks
I love this video! It’s what parenting is all about.
Hi Liz, I do, too! You’re right about parenting here, big time.
😀
Hey …Liz….Merry to you and your family and friends…🎅🎄🎁
Keep reading and keep shining always
Thank you, Rohitash!
You are always welcome Liz 😇
It’s a great commercial, and your words are perfect for the Christmas season. Merry Christmas, Jennie!
Thank you, Deborah! Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas, Jennie!
Hey Deborah… merry Christmas to you and your family and friends…keep writing and keep shining always…🎄🥂
Thank you so much, Rohitash! Happy Holidays to you as well!
Always my favorite too. Have a great holiday!
I’m so glad. Merry Christmas!
Hey.. “Lifetime” ..Merry to you and your family and friends…🎅🎄🎁
Aww, Jennie, this is a gift! I didn’t remember it. What a wonderful feeling it gives. Merry Christmas and big hugs.
Teagan, I keep watching it, because it gives me wonderful feelings, and it never gets old. I’m so glad you enjoyed this, too! Merry Christmas to you and the Scoobies. Big hugs!
Hey…Teagan…..Merry to you and your family and friends…🎅🎄🎁
And a Merry Christmas to you and yours, Jennie. And thanks for the ad.
Thank you, Don!
Don… merry Christmas to you and your family…keep writing and keep shining always 🎄🎅🥂
To you and yours too Jennie!
Thank you, Geoff!
Hey… Groff ..Merry to you and your family and friends…🎅🎄🎁
One of my all0-time favorites! ❤
Yahoo! I’m so glad, Annette.
I knew what was coming since I’ve seen it before, but it’s got my in tears again…
thanks for sharing!
Me too, every time I watch it (which has been dozens and dozens of times.) I’m so glad you enjoyed watching it again. Tears are a good thing.
A time to smile and remember … yes!
Yes! Thank you, Brian.
Merry Christmas to you, GP!
Jennie, that video is awesome. Warm and wonderful. The very best to you and yours. Merry Christmas!
Thank you, Bruce. I feel the same way about the video. A very Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and Hubby.
Thank you, John. I wish the same for you and your family.
😀🎄
Sweet!
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It definitely catches the spirit of each age. Thanks for sharing and happiest of holidays to you!
Yes, it does. I’m glad you enjoyed this, Pam. Merry Christmas to you!
I love this so much and love that you share it! happy a very merry christmas!
Beth, I’m so glad you love this so much and love that I share it. I am locked on! Merry Christmas to you!
🧡 Merry Christmas, Jennie!
Merry Christmas to you, Mitch!
I can see the father how he cherished her son. I love their bonding. It feels like they have the world when they’re together. Amazing, ad. Merry Christmas, Jennie.
Well said. Hazel. Thank you!
Jennie, this felt quietly powerful. The way you let the moment breathe—without forcing meaning—really stayed with me. It’s that honest pause where life speaks softer but truer.
Reading this reminded me of how small, mindful breaks often become our real reset points. I recently reflected on something similar here, about slowing down and finding balance when the world feels loud:
Thank you for writing with such calm clarity. Posts like this don’t shout—they stay, and that’s their strength.
Thank you.
You are always welcome Jennie 😇
This is an all-time classic. I love it every time!
Me, too! Are you spending Christmas with Ryan and his family? Merry Christmas, Pete!
We met up with Debbie’s family in Gold Beach, OR. It’s right on the Oregon coast. Beautiful location!
Nice!
Merry Christmas, Jennie. I love your wishes, so perfect. This is absolutely the best commercial and I tear up every time I watch it. I posted it on my facebook feed a week or so ago. I hope you make lots of wonderful memories this holiday season.
I’m so glad you love this, too! Many thanks, Carla. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas.
Always a delight to see that ad. Have a wonderful Christmas, dear Jennie.
Best wishes, Pete.
I’m so glad, Pete. Many thanks, a wonderful Christmas to you and Julie.
Just perfect!
Thank you, Lori.
Beautiful advice Jennie. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Keep it going 👍👍👍
Will do, Kamal. Thank you!
Always welcome dear Jennie ❤️😊
Very touching ad. Merry Christmas to you, Steve and family, Jennie. You’re a very special person.
I’m glad you liked it, Steve. Merry Christmas!
Wonderful wonderful ….may you be blessed with lots of theses wonderful memories…. I just know you are!
Wishing you and yours all the best for 2026.
Oh! It’s been mad here and I have not forgotten about Gloria Visiting… Perhaps in your summer holidays or sooner… I shall email soon before I go away. 💜💜💜💜
I’m so glad you liked this! Best to you in the new year, Willow! Thanks for getting back to me on Gloria. Spring would be perfect so the children can follow along her adventures. That will make her visit very special. No rush on emailing.😀
Absolutely!! 🧡
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