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something new
The new year is already upon us and I am just barely letting go of 2014. It was a wonderful year and reflecting on our many adventures and blessings makes me wonder how things can continue to get better. I … Continue reading
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The first reading on New Year’s Day is a fitting way to start something new. It is the Lord saying to Moses to bless with these words: “The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord let his face shine … Continue reading
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Happy new year
The end of the year causes each of us to stop and think about the past year. Newspapers and magazines have ten most interesting stories, ten most memorable photographs, ten this and ten that, the greatest athlete, politician, the most … Continue reading
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everyday stuff
The little everyday stuff is where it’s at. While waiting for momentous happenings and special occasions, I miss, for the most part, the beauty all around. The glory of the incarnation is shouting for me to notice. One of my … Continue reading
nature sings
I was struck by the words of a very familiar Christmas carol yesterday. We were singing Joy to the World and you know how by the time you get to the part and heaven and nature sing you’re usually on … Continue reading
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Christmas Eve
“In the tender compassion of our God the dawn from on high shall break upon us, to shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, and to guide our feet into the way of peace.” (First … Continue reading
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Solstice
What a wonderful gift! I woke up this morning to increasing daylight. Admittedly, it is only a few seconds, but the psychological value of those seconds is enormous. When I worked for the F.A.A. in Anchorage, I always exclaimed on … Continue reading
O, Christmas tree
We bought a Christmas tree yesterday. In fact, we bought two living trees. We couldn’t resist. One is a twelve-foot Western Red Cedar with variegated leaves—magnificent. It’s not exactly a Christmas tree, meaning, how will we ever hang ornaments on … Continue reading
Christmas in July
Often in our travels I come across a memento that reminds me of someone and I buy it, thinking I will give it to that person for Christmas. But when I get home, I cannot help but give it away. … Continue reading
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Advent thoughts
The preparatory work I do in this Advent time, as much as I grouse and complain about the busyness can “be a part of the Christ forming in us which is the meaning of our life. To it we must … Continue reading
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