The gift of Disappointment

The gift of Disappointment

Early one Christmas morning when I was a young girl, I ran to the living room where I knew the gifts from Santa would be ready for myself and my 2 brothers. As I entered the room, one thing grabbed my attention right away. There was an adorable stuffed monkey sitting...
Do you hear the bells ringing?

Do you hear the bells ringing?

There is a song by the popular group Casting Crowns which shares their rendition of “I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day.” The lyrics begin: I heard the bells on Christmas day Their old familiar carols play And mild and sweet their songs repeat Of peace on earth good...
Christmas Shopping – Remember Peace

Christmas Shopping – Remember Peace

The Christmas season is an exciting time full of peace, joy, love and lots of holiday spirit. But it can also be an incredibly stressful time as gift lists get longer and budgets grow tighter. My mom and I braved the mall on Black Friday and were astounded by some of...
A Happier, Healthier Holiday Season

A Happier, Healthier Holiday Season

If you’re like me this holiday season, you might be wishing your life looked a little more like a Hallmark Christmas movie and a little less like Groundhog Day starring Bill Murray. You’re probably wishing you were in a cute little town with Christmas lights...
Election 2016: Our Children are Watching

Election 2016: Our Children are Watching

In the wake of this election, the protests have begun both on the streets and on social media. Even the “winning” side is taking to the internet to gloat and yell the “I told you so’s”. But we need to remember… our kids are watching. They are learning from us right...
Presidential Election 2016: Let Love Unite Us

Presidential Election 2016: Let Love Unite Us

Let’s talk about choice. The Presidential Election we just experienced was historic. People will talk about it for decades. America, our country, made a choice and, unfortunately for some, this choice was not the one they support. It has angered many. But can we for...