As a country music enthusiast, I associate the holidays with family, music and laughter by the fireplace all decked out in holiday cheer. “Country Faith Christmas”, a beautiful book featuring amazing stories from your favorite country artists is the perfect addition. Artists such as Vince Gill, Reba, Luke Bryan, Lee Brice, Florida Georgia Line, Brad Paisley, Brenda Lee, Alan Jackson Dolly Parton and many others share their family traditions, stories, recipes and of course their favorite holiday carols; this is all compiled and wrapped up in a red bow from author and Country Music Association’s journalist Deborah Evans Price. I loved taking some moments out of my hectic day to read about Reba’s tradition of singing Happy Birthday to Jesus each Christmas morning. In reading it to my children they were reminded of the true meaning of Christmas. Sara Evans provides us with her “Refrigerator Rolls” recipe which I will personally be making this season. Lee Brice tells us all about his family’s holiday happenings as a child and about his favorite gift: an official sized football. Towards the end of this book, we are treated to Advent meditations from Charlie Daniels; these are a must read and truly inspirational. Along with some tried and true holiday songs, I must say that Price brings us the perfect follow-up to “Country Faith”. She is a master at helping these stars tell their personal stories and adore learning them. For more information, to purchase the book or the music companion please visit http://countryfaith.com.
