Graceful Adulthood
Whenever I return to my husband’s little hometown of Fuquay-Varina, NC, I’m always amazed that people actually do grow up. The little children who once
December 26, 2011
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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
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
Another Dimension
This morning at grandpa’s house, I take a moment to read a pop-up book by Robert Sabuda, the paper engineering genius. I marvel over the
December 23, 2011
A Great Christmas Verb
This morning, I realize that Christmas delights. Delight (as a noun) means great pleasure and joy, and (as a verb) it means to both give
December 22, 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
Even the Toilet
This morning, I read Emily Dickinson: The only news I knowIs bulletins all dayFrom immortality I’m on the look out all day for heaven’s news:
December 20, 2011
Thundersnow Really Happens
Today, my husband remarks that we might get thundersnow this week. “You’re making that up,” I laugh. “What in the world is thundersnow?” “When you
December 19, 2011
I Refuse to Wear My Coat
Every single winter, my daughter insists she doesn’t need to wear her winter coat. You’d be amazed at the resistance to outerwear from the children
December 18, 2011
What Children Love Best About Making Christmas Cookies
I decide to ask my children what part of making Christmas cookies they enjoy the best. It occurs to me that it’s a good idea
December 17, 2011