An Imperfect Love Story
Dear Friends, In honor of our forty years (almost 41) of marriage, I am reposting part of our story. I hope it encourages you. Where it all began He saw her across the gymnasium – a petite…
Is Your Name in God’s Address Book?
Does anyone else actually use a paper address book? After 40 years of marriage I bought a new one and am copying the names and addresses of friends and family that we want to keep in touch…
It’s Time to ReBoot for the New Year
MEH or MERRY? Were your holidays more meh than merry? My daughter and son in law were sick Christmas Eve so our family get together was smaller than planned. My husband and I both got Covid for…
The Flaws in Our Christmas Narrative
Our Christmas narratives and pageants present the idea that Joseph and Mary barely made it into town and frantically went door to door while she was in labour. Instead, they would have carefully planned the difficult trip…
Our Christmas Traditions, Where Did They Come From?
Traditions are customs, beliefs, stories and actions that are passed down orally from generation to generation and accepted as fact. Traditions strengthen family bonds and create memories. They can teach values and offer comfort and security. Understanding…
Trusting God in the midst of Life's Storms with Nancy Smith
