Today is Fat Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday and the beginning of lent for the Christian faith. It is the last day of Mardi Gras (French for Fat Tuesday) culminating a celebration that began on the Epiphany, the night celebrating when the three kings came to visit Jesus. With the end of Mardi Gras begins the lenten season and a time for fasting. We are supposed to give up something that we rely on heavily in our daily lives so that it is a sacrifice and although we will never be able to duplicate the sacrifice Christ gave for us it is up to each individual to find that vice they cannot live without.
SO! What is everyone giving up for lent this year? I'm guessing Dad and Betz are giving up candy...again. I am torn between giving up Facebook or coffee. I'm pretty much addicted to both so let me know what you think!
Enjoy Ash Wednesday and good luck with whatever sacrifice it is you will be making.
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