How do you feel about Christmas? Do you still feel that excitement that you did when you were a child? As a child I loved Christmas. It was always a much anticipated, magical and joyful time. I always knew exactly what to expect going into the season, a house filled…
Read moreWith only three more days until Christmas Eve, my thoughts go to Mary. The couple was on their way to Bethlehem….three days away. Was she nervous? Did she wonder if she would make it? Did she fret about the birth? Was the journey hard…uncomfortable….treacherous….emotionally and physically painful? I couldn’t imagine…
Read moreA couple weeks ago, my family and I attended a football banquet in honor of my son’s high school football team. We enjoyed a catered turkey dinner. Yes, another turkey dinner. We applauded as each player was recognized by a coach. Awards were handed out. Then the senior players took…
Read moreLast year I shared a Christmas tradition I love, and thought I’d do that again this year. My girls are almost grown but this is one tradition that actually gets better with age because it grows with them. Years ago, I had the idea of taking a pretty Christmas box…
Read moreYou may not be able to tell by this photo….but two of our grandsons are training Scooter, our 1 year old Shih Tzu. They have the book, the leash, and the dog. I think one of them even has some treats in his pocket. I hope I remember that before…
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