Sitting on the floor with the musical nativity on her lap, my granddaughter listens in wonder and tries to sing along with the songs it plays. Tiny shoulders sway as she dances, oddly enough, to the tune of We Three Kings. I love Christmas and delight in watching my grandchildren learn to love it as … Continue reading Celebrate Christmas, Traditionally
Several weeks ago, our pastor preached about forgiveness. His words have lingered with me, mulling over and over in my mind. As with most people, I am well familiar with the Lord’s prayer and the many Bible verses talking about forgiving our brother. “Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.” Mt. 6:12 “Whenever … Continue reading The Weighty Side of Forgiveness
It is Well With My Soul. Grief is a strange and spectral creature. There is nothing orderly or reasonable about him. He creeps in when and where I least expect him, desiring to rob me of my peace. He sneaks into the dark of night, which, as in the tales of most ghostly beings, is … Continue reading Dealing With Grief
Another Day to Smile 