by skimhenson | Dec 20, 2019 | emotions, faith, pain
“The Bible says Jesus came for three reasons: to forgive our past, to give a purpose for living today, and to offer us a future, a home in heaven.” Rick Warren (paraphrased) My husband John and I aren’t as young as we used to be, so we’re making a two-day...
by skimhenson | Dec 22, 2011 | holidays, incremental living
Christmas is in the details. So is all of life. The excitement of a child sharing his Christmas list. Preparation of food and baking batches of homemade cookies. Wrapping gifts with sparkly red ribbon to match the paper, and tying on nametags lined with glitter....
by skimhenson | Dec 24, 2010 | holidays
“At one time, most of my friends could hear the bell, but as years passed, it fell silent for all of them. Even Sarah found one Christmas that she could no longer hear its sweet sound. Though I’ve grown old, the bell still rings for me, as it does for all who...
by skimhenson | Dec 19, 2010 | holidays
Until I met Betty 16 years ago, I seldom made it through a holiday without feeling like a toppled tree. Christmas after Christmas, I hoped for holiday cheer. Instead, I gave into fear and perfectionism. Will I buy the right gifts? Do I have time to put up decorations...