On Monday, Deborah posted about how her Thanksgivings have changed in recent years, especially with kids living far away. Oh, did that ever strike a chord with me. And I'm going to join in with some of my own thoughts on the same topic. Thanksgivings and Christmases are very different for us these days, especially since my youngest daughter and her family (including my three youngest … [Read more...]
Why do we love Christmas movies so much?
Sometimes having a lot of cable channels on my television sure comes in handy. Usually, TV can be a big distraction. But this time of the year, television becomes a blessed part of my life. That's because the holiday season begins and several popular cable channels play Christmas movies 24/7. And I do mean all day and night long! This is a special time of the year so it's fun to celebrate with … [Read more...]
Remembering my brother Jerry
I am the youngest of seven children. I had three older brothers and three older sisters. I grew up on a farm in Southwest Georgia. When I was younger, we lived in an old farmhouse at the corner of a crossroad. My daddy was a farmer and my brother Jerry followed in his footsteps. Jerry's health took a turn for the worst a couple of weeks ago and by the time the doctors had figured out it was … [Read more...]
Confessions of a Pastor’s Kid
Growing up I was a PK, church lingo for Pastor's Kid. My dad was a Lutheran Pastor. And I grew up in the church. Not literally, of course. We usually lived in a parsonage, often one that was next door to the church. But my life centered around attending potlucks, Sunday School, potlucks, church, catechism class, potlucks, church related events. Did I mention potlucks? ;-) I confess. … [Read more...]
Studying—and Living—to My Heart’s Content
Bible Study I love Wednesdays! Why? Because Bible Study Fellowship has resumed in the USA (and in many other countries around the world). And this year, BSF has added a new study to their program: the Book of Revelation. Last week on my personal blog, I posted about the packed-to-the-rafters status of my local class. I believe the attendance is at least half-again as large as what is usual at … [Read more...]
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