Traditionally almost all of us make at least one or two New Year’s resolutions. We say we’re going to lose … More
Month: December 2015
Looking Ahead…Not Back
The last two years have been challenging, to say the least. In fact, for our family as well as so … More
And Now What?
It’s called Christmas letdown, Christmas Blues. That feeling a day or two after Christmas when all the hustle and bustle … More
Does Christmas Day Feel Different to You?
I don’t know about you, but when I wake up on Christmas morning it just feels…different. I can’t really describe … More
It’s Not About the Presents…It’s About the Presence
I have to admit this year I’ve put off shopping for Christmas gifts until the week before the big day. … More
Expecting the Baby
“But the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive … More
Candy Cane Snowball Cookies
Once again, this isn’t one of those family recipes handed down from my mother to me to Ashley, but they … More
Anticipation…
This morning I woke up to the radio announcer saying “Just think…Christmas is one week from today! Are you ready?” … More
Decking the Halls
Through the eyes of a child…. Recently I came across a few photos from Christmases from my childhood….some from my … More
Kool-Aid Cookies
All of us who grew up in a certain era remember the ads for Kool-Aid…that round frosted pitcher with the … More
Another Rachel…
I didn’t really think I could be this excited. But I am. And I can’t help it. A few weeks … More
Ben’s Favorite Lemon Drops
My mother really loved her son-in-law, and she always tried to make him some of his favorite dishes when she … More