Today is my daughter’s sixth birthday. As most parents feel on days like these, I am not sure how we got here. Wasn’t she JUST born? I remember some of the first days so vividly. And so many days since then. I love traditions, maybe because I didn’t have any growing up. And it is … Continue reading The Pressure Of Traditions
Though notably disturbing, Psalm 137 is quite relatable. No, not verse 9, but the sentiment behind longing for what used to be. The Israelites had been in exile, where they stayed for 70 years. They missed their homes, their traditions, and their regular way of life. For us it hasn't even been 7 months and … Continue reading Longing for Normalcy
I LOVE Christmas. The magic, the music, the movies, the treats, the fact that everyone is so much kinder and more joyful. Above all, I LOVE the traditions. So I asked our staff "what are your family traditions?" I would love to hear about yours, too! "My husband and I met in August 2002 and … Continue reading Our Christmas Traditions
We are in the midst of the busiest time of the year. Work, family, friends, volunteering – they all want a lot of your time around the holidays. But in the middle of all this business, it’s important to make time for fun with your kiddos. And even that can get overwhelming. It’s been through … Continue reading Our Christmas List
