Monthly Archives: December 2009

On His Shoulders

Every year something new emerges as I hear the Christmas story… something that hits me as fresh as if I’d never heard it before.  This year, a year of tremendous economic upheaval and political disagreement on what to do about … Continue reading

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“One” Really Can Make a Difference.

Last weekend, Scott and I took the kids to help our community’s Good Samaritan program, distributing food, clothing, gifts and Christmas trees to needy families. When we arrived for our shift, the line of people waiting for basic necessities circled … Continue reading

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I’m stuck! But maybe you can help…

Most blogs, I write after wrestling with a question and working it out in my heart and mind a little.  Today, I’m mid-struggle.  This time, I would enjoy getting YOUR perspective.  Help me get “unstuck”. I’ve felt for some time … Continue reading

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Peace & Goodwill

I had a dream… and a very small budget. I wanted a beautiful Christmas tree in the front window of my home; yet in the interest of continuing my family’s five-year-pursuit of financial peace, I could not (and would not) … Continue reading

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