Here’s a glimpse into seven gifts from our Christmas.

I’ve been feeling sad that we won’t get to spend time with family the way we normally would. But I’m trying to remember that changes in plans don’t always end in disappointment.

We had to separate our finches and move them into different cages. I just didn’t know how we would do it.

We had our first snow this week, and we were all excited about it.

I had promised my sons a fishing trip, and we were determined to go.

It’s not every day that you turn 11 on the 11th.

“Every day is the same,” one of my boys said sadly the other day.

~1~ I bought Advent calendars for both of our boys on Sunday. One of my sons ate all of his chocolates that day. That’s one way to do Advent, trying to hurry things along, rather than savoring the sweetness of each day. I can absolutely understand that impatience—and that love for chocolate. Many years that’s […]

Being near the people we love is always reassuring, bringing comfort and peace. It’s not even what they say or do that makes us feel better. There’s something about their presence that helps us feel loved, accepted and safe.

What does God hope for us this Advent season?