See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? Isaiah 43:19 Rejoice this Christmas in the child coming to restore devastated places, to rebuild ancient ruins, and to release us from darkness. Whether we perceive it or not, it is, even now, coming true. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, […]
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In Sight of Christmas
I have this thing about solstice, the winter one especially. I’ve written about it more than once. I like to mark it in my mind, to note that after this night, the 364 (or 365) nights that follow will all hold more light than this one. This year, as always, it came upon us quickly, […]
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned.†Isaiah 9:2 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.†Luke 2:14 Merry Christmas and the happiest of holidays from our family to yours!
‘Tis the Week Before Christmas
‘Tis the week before Christmas, and all through the island house, all the creatures are stirring and have already accomplished the following: Baked Christmas cookies twice Shopped with a ten-year-old girl for another ten-year-old girl (a harrowing and laborious feat) Attended one Christmas party Missed one Christmas party (long story) Discovered, after all our paring […]
This Christmas Eve
Blessings on this hope-filled, holy night. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of you!