The Message of the Angels
Angels play a big part in the Christmas narrative. They appeared first to Zechariah, then Mary, Joseph and lastly a group of shepherds. But the initial reactions to these supernatural beings was not joy but; dismay, being…
Gratitude in a Forgetful Nation
Americans celebrate the holiday of Thanksgiving each November with a huge feast and a gathering of friends and family but are we truly thankful? The marketing campaigns started pushing our need to buy holiday gifts asap back…
Keep Your Tools Sharpened
I recently bought a new set of steak knives and a vegetable peeler. I really can’t remember how old the ones we were using were. Not a big deal, right? But oh what a difference they made!…
Seeds of Potential
There is a bumper crop of apples in New England this year. The too hot and too wet weather for people was great for the fruit trees. Each seed has potential for life and growth and an…
The Majesty of Autumn
It is officially Autumn in New England. Autumn brings a change in the air; warm days and cooler nights. The treasures of harvest time bring feelings of excitement and gratefulness. The most beautiful wave of color is…