Tag Archives: Family

The Blessings Of Christmas Past

Last Christmas we had our family dinner on Christmas Eve instead of Christmas Day like we usually do. It took a bit more planning and organizing to be able to prepare and enjoy a feast and still make it church … Continue reading

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Getting At The Heart Of Christmas

Today is the fourth Sunday in Advent. In many traditions, this week’s focus is on love. Did you feel the love at the mall, when you were hunting for a parking place and that family you waited for was just … Continue reading

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Time Flies

I had to go into total denial mode to stop myself from freaking out yesterday. Only 10 days until Christmas! And now it’s only nine! I have done only the slightest bit of shopping and don’t even know what I … Continue reading

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Standing On The Sidelines

There was a horrible moment at my son’s wrestling match last weekend when he suddenly stopped trying to escape from his opponent’s hold and laid down on the mat with a grimace on his face. The referee stopped the clock, … Continue reading

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Just Say No

Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, we can assess our healthy eating strategies and prepare for the next big family meal(s) in December. Are you pleased with your choices? Did you decide to indulge and stick with your plan to … Continue reading

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