On Friday, November 8, 2019 at 9:40:16 AM UTC-5, Janet wrote:
> In article >,
> says...
> > Christmas IS about Jesus Christ. That means peace, love, family and
> > happiness. My family does not give store bought gifts. But we share
> > things we make. These are often foods, since we all need to eat. But
> > they can also be toys, things to wear, pets, or items to put in our
> > home.
> >
> > I want to prepare some foods that would be suitable for Jesus in his
> > time in history. This can be cooked dishes, deserts, beverages, cookies,
> > candy etc.
>
> Five loaves and some fish, all cooked on an open fire/barbecue
> washed down with some wine.
>
> Toys; anything handmade from wood.
> Pets; sheep, cattle, donkeys.
> Things to wear; swaddlies. Like deconstructed onesies.
> No candy, sugar cane hadn't been discovered yet.

They had honey and dates, though.

Cindy Hamilton