Relationships and Christmas Part Two My Christmas intention is to focus on people and relationships. Let's continue with part two (see part one: https://wp.me/p4RztF-Vz): ~See the unseen, the lonely, the hurting: "QUIETLY turn Your eyes to me and be compassionate toward me because I am lonely...
Relationships and Christmas Part One My Christmas Intention At the end of the Thanksgiving week, I sat down with my notebook and began the Christmas giving and gift list. I aim to start the season with purpose, planning, and lists. This looks prettier...
Lamb of God The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, "Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! John 1:29 -A Christian term for Jesus first used in the Gospel of...
On the morning of Thanksgiving, I gave myself a talking-to. I promised me that I would not stuff myself like a pig. I lied. At the end of the meal, I scolded myself for lying and overeating. Then I looked around...
Come on in! I'll clear my couch of dogs and blankets, then fill your mug with coffee- or would you prefer tea? Next, let's pour some Christmas perspective as we sit, chat, and prepare for the Christmas season...
Two of my friends complete their Christmas shopping and wrapping by August every year. That's four stinkin' months early! Impressive, but not me. But I purchased my first gift the other day. I texted my sister, and we were pretty proud...
Do you need a Christmas Cleanse? During the sometimes wonderful, sometimes crazy holiday season, my level-headed plans, usually nice personality, and prudent budgets get challenged. Often, I lose them altogether (like when I lost it with my husband over candles on...
What can I give Him, Poor as I am? If I were a shepherd I would bring Him a lamb, If I were a wise man I would do my part, Yet what I can I give Him, Give Him my heart. Christina Rossetti Savor the Savior! "I thank God...
Savor the Season with Books! Books are my thing. I adore the smell, the way treasured favorites fit in my hands, and the sight of books stacked on a coffee table—oh, what joys these bring. Couple books with Christmas, and I...