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Celebrating Freedom
We interrupt this summer’s virtual vacation tour in order to spend time with the family. I can guarantee there will be grilling done today and fireworks tonight. And somewhere in between, I’m pausing to remember where we’ve been as a … Continue reading
Happy Memorial Day
In honor of this day to honor those fallen in service to their country, I’m taking a break from work … and blogging … and writing. Just for today. Instead, I’m spending time with family and remembering those whose sacrifice allowed the freedom for … Continue reading
Ending Well and Starting Fresh
As if you didn’t already know, today is the last day of 2010. As I’ve been doing for many of my almost 40 (gasp) years, it’s the perfect time to do an inventory of the past year. And dream for … Continue reading
The Gift of Giving
I grew up decorating the house for Christmas on the day after Thanksgiving. Once the tree is up, my mind kicks into full holiday gear, especially thinking about all the things I need to do. Addressing cards. Writing the … Continue reading
Football Friday – Time Off to Watch
Since it’s the day after Thanksgiving, my kids and my husband all have the day off from school. And I’m taking the day off too. A day off for family, food, and football. Football on television and maybe a … Continue reading
Happy Labor Day
“…Walk worthy of the vocation wherewith you are called.” ~Ephesians 4:1 KJV You probably know that this American holiday was created by the labor movement as a way to celebrate the contributions of workers to our economy. Today, many see … Continue reading
Merry Christmas
Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas. May you enjoy the day with family as you celebrate the reason for the season. That the Light of the World came to Earth as a baby. To be God with us and … Continue reading