My Christmas Debacle
I’m at a Christmas Eve party in an unfamiliar home, and I go upstairs to find my daughters to alert them we’re heading home. All
December 25, 2011
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We Have a Problem
My youngest daughter receives magnetic earrings from Grandma to pretend as if those little ears are really pierced. The magnet jewel sits on top of
December 24, 2011
3 Ways to Be a Christmas Blessing
As we gather to see friends and family this weekend, I wonder how we might be a true blessing. I’ve spent too many holidays easily
December 21, 2011
Easy Does It (How to Survive the Holidays)
Tonight, we host a Christmas party for graduate students. We’ve learned, after all these years and all sorts of gatherings in our home, that easy
December 4, 2011
What We Most Want
Finally, at 6:00 AM, we agree to open presents. This is only after the 2:00 AM squeal alert that presents had arrived under the tree.
December 25, 2010
Light in the Darkness
In the hustle and bustle of this Christmas Eve day, I pause to think about my electric candles set in every window of our home.
December 24, 2010
Christmas Disorder (This Place is a Disaster!)
Gingerbread Disaster I’m decorating gingerbread cookies with my 5 year old and her little friend. A blanket of frosting and sprinkles covers the counter tops,
December 22, 2010
Christmas and the Ancient Path
I stay home from church today and cough my way through the morning. But I want to create my own Sabbath worship–to start the week
December 12, 2010