“When we recall Christmas past, we usually find that the simplest things – not the great occasions – give off the greatest glow of happiness.” – Bob Hope When my mother in law Judy passed away a few years ago, we ended up with boxes of her holiday decorations – the Santa and Mrs. Claus
Year: 2022
Advent Word/Day Seven Unity means coming together, being whole, not being divisive. It seems like a pipe dream these days – although we like to think that this season brings people together, uniting them toward the vision of peace on earth and good will toward men. It should be simple…being united for peace, for equality,
Advent Word/Day Six I am never ready for Christmas Day to arrive, I am all about the anticipation and preparation and always want more time to see, bake, make, and do. But nothing could prepare our family for the Christmas of 2019 when, less prepared than we have ever been, we pulled together our usual
Advent Word/Day Five The word “maker” has entered the vernacular as a person who creates in a variety of capacities. I personally enjoy creating by baking, crafting, or writing. My problem is that I possess a lack of patience and hold my results to a hard to reach standard of quality. I then get in
Advent Word/Day Four Mountains are synonymous with majesty and splendor; the pinnacle of what is or can be. Even in the far distance, they give us a glimpse of the granduer of the view they must provide. Advent is all about waiting, anticipating, and hoping for a better tomorrow. As we look forward to reaching
Advent Word/Day Three Teacher, Rabbi, even Rabboni – Jesus was referred to by these names from 40-60 times in the New Testament. He came to teach. Not to judge, not to condemn, not to provide a “get out of hell free card”, but to teach us how to live and love. I was a teacher
Advent Word/Day Two “Whenever two or three are gathered in my name, there I am with them” is an oft quoted passage of the Bible. This season is all about “together-ness” and gathering with family and friends. Sadly, as time goes on, we inevitably lose some of those we love, and the tone and tenor
Advent Word/Day One There are many many references to walking in the Christian faith. From hymns – “Just a Closer Walk with Thee” to poems – “Footprints in the Sand”- to scripture – “For we walk by faith and not sight.” We are told to walk with Jesus, that we never need to walk alone.
All throughout the oppressive southern summer, I look forward to the -ber months. Starting in September, fall is on my mind, in spite of the heat and humidity that linger in Arkansas. I begin decorating the house with leaves, pumpkins, scarecrows, and Halloween fare at the first of the month, and for the last few
The morning after the night before, Foregone conclusions becoming reality within mere moments. Hope disintegrating into despair. What now then? I will ask why but I will not cry foul. I will criticize but I will not demonize. For if despair is not a strategy, What then should be? Rest, regroup, renew, move on, live