Christmas is Coming, Again.

One of our grandchildren became ecstatic the year he realized that Christmas comes again. Every year! What a revelation. After more than sixty Christmases, I still remind myself of that when I’m packing away the decorations. Don’t be sad, it will come...

In Case You Need Some Christmas Spirit

Hello, Dear Reader. In case you are feeling a bit Grinchy from all the last minute shopping, wrapping, cooking, and cleaning (not to mention the tasks of daily life) I’m reposting a little video I did last year for Christmas Eve. Grab some hot chocolate, turn on...

Three Reasons Why We Need More Twinkle Lights

  You may not share my love of all things bright and twinkly. But please consider these three reasons why we might need a few more Christmas lights this year. One: Because winter is dark. I’m writing at my day job while I wait for the last patients to be...

When It Isn’t a Wonderful Life

Life on this side of eternity doesn’t always have a Frank Capra ending. (If you haven’t seen Jimmy Stewart in “It’s a Wonderful Life”, I give you permission to bookmark this blog, go watch the movie, and come back later. It is that good.)...

How I Stay Calm in Christmas Chaos

  I love all the trimmings and trappings of Christmas. And, I love silence and solitude. The more I have of the second, the more I enjoy the first. Experts say this is rather common. In case you find yourself caught in the chaos of Christmas, here are three...