After the unexpected death of her husband, Joanne Huist Smith had no idea how she would keep herself together and be strong for her three children--especially with the holiday season approaching. But 12 days before Christmas, presents begin appearing on her doorstep with notes from their "True Friends." As the Smiths came together to solve the mystery of who the gifts were from, they began to thaw out from their grief and come together again as a family. This true story about the power of random acts of kindness will warm the heart, a beautiful reminder of the miracles of Christmas and the gift of family during the holiday season.
After the unexpected death of her husband, Joanne Huist Smith had no idea how she would keep herself together and be strong for her three children--especially with the holiday season approaching. But 12 days before Christmas, presents begin appearing on her doorstep with notes from their "True Friends." As the Smiths came together to solve the mystery of who the gifts were from, they began to thaw out from their grief and come together again as a family. This true story about the power of random acts of kindness will warm the heart, a beautiful reminder of the miracles of Christmas and the gift of family during the holiday season.
The 13th Gift: A True Story of a Christmas Miracle
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The 13th Gift: A True Story of a Christmas Miracle
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| ISBN-13: | 9780553418552 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony |
| Publication date: | 10/28/2014 |
| Pages: | 224 |
| Sales rank: | 263,892 |
| Product dimensions: | 5.20(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.90(d) |
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