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Building Relationship Points
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Ep. 97 – Welcoming Christmas Pt.3: Snowflakes!
In Episode 97 of “Welcoming Christmas,” titled “Pt.3: Snowflakes!”, the hosts embark on a whimsical yet chaotic journey into the art of making snowflakes from paper. The episode features Erik, Lucas, and Joshua, who delve into a seemingly simple craft that unfolds into a series of humorous mishaps and creative deviations. The episode starts with Erik introducing a method for cutting paper snowflakes, which he admits he hasn’t revisited in over two decades. As the hosts follow his steps, they encounter numerous complications, leading to laughter and lighthearted banter. “I’ve never not cut a snowflake. No. Now that’ll be interesting,” Erik jokes, setting the tone for a session filled with trial and error. As they proceed, the instructions become a puzzle that all three struggle to piece together. Each fold and cut brings more confusion, highlighted by Erik’s constant revisions and second-guessing. “I mean, well, I’m cutting the spine as a part of it. And so because it’s supposed to be an interconnected… Yeah. So it’s a singular triple. It’s a yes,” Erik tries to explain, illustrating the complexity they face. The episode is punctuated with moments of realization and frustration. Lucas points out, “This is what happens when you do a live how-to and sometimes it doesn’t work,” underscoring the reality of crafting, which doesn’t always follow the planned course. The hosts embrace their mistakes, suggesting that imperfection is part of the fun and learning process. “We’re going to make a mess and Mommy and daddy are going to make a mess, too. It’s not going to be great,” Lucas reassures, promoting a laid-back approach to holiday crafting. In conclusion, the episode encapsulates the joy and disorder of holiday preparations, as Erik, Lucas, and Joshua navigate through their failed yet entertaining attempt to craft the perfect snowflake. Their experience echoes a common sentiment applicable to many holiday activities: the value lies in the experience and the memories created, not in flawless execution. “And believe it or not, we’ve been doing this now for more than 30 minutes. And this is why they made good snowflake. This is a very… Yes,” Joshua comments, wrapping up their adventurous crafting session with a reminder that the journey is as significant as the destination.