Marché Du Vieux Port

On y va! 

The second Christmas market I've visited is this farmers market transformed into a Christmas wonderland. It's incredible. I just want to pretend like it's my stage and belt out every Christmas song I know. 

This market has more foodstuffs than the German market, but there are a few stands for organic beauty products and handmade jewelry and ornaments. 

I'm going back this weekend with a classmate to pick up some last minute gifts. 

Marché Allemand

Christmas markets are hands down my favorite part of Quebec. They are bustling with people and filled with amazing food. This German market in particular! The air smelled like spiced wine and the soft buttered pretzels are the perfect cold day snack. 

The only downside to these markets are that they are almost too busy, it's really hard to take photos! I don't like to be in the way of people who are shopping, so I only took these above photos over the course of two visits. Yikes. And I suspect the markets will only get busier as Christmas gets nearer. 

I don't think I bought anything here besides food. Ha! 

Born that man no more may die

Happy second Sunday in Advent! Today's song is Hark the Herald Angels Sing, a favorite since I was a little girl. 

Hallelujah

Tonight is Handel's Messiah! I took this outfit photo in homage to my ancient fashion blog, since tonight I actually have an occasion to look nice.

I'm so excited for this evening! Bye y'all, it's time for my to catch my bus and usher in Christmas with a choir.

Born to set the people free

Advent started today and I'm thrilled, Christmas has officially begun! The advent season is probably my favorite time of the year in the church, I think it's the most joyous and hopeful time as well. I thought it would be nice to make a note on this blog for each Sunday in Advent, especially since I'm abroad and not attending my normal church. 

And of course, I can't leave out a Christmas song! But I couldn't decide which version of Come Thou Long Expected Jesus to include, so you get two versions. 

I'm also using this plan for daily advent devotionals, if you'd like to join me.  

Sunday Walk, pt 2.

Quebec is getting ready for Christmas and looking fairly gorgeous with twinkling lights on every available tree. This weekend all the Christmas markets begin, and I'm planning on attending all of them. What can I say? Christmas is my favorite holiday. I'll be sure to take pictures of all my activities especially since one of the markets is German. (Rumor has it that the spiced wine is amazing. I'll let you know!)