We have one family celebration tucked in our treasure box of memories and one yet to come. We have the gifts purchased and all but a few wrapped. All the decorating is done. The cards are sent. There is a peace that comes when all the parts of preparation that matter to me are completed….
Today is the first round of Christmas celebrations. We are breaking them down into celebrating with whoever is here and making the most of those moments together. Good thing Santa is flexible and was able to come and fill a few stockings for this first run. In an hour, the house will be alive…
In light of the upcoming holiday/travel/crazy retail work schedule of my life, I am posting this early. I pray it speaks encouragement to you and blesses you as you prepare for your Thanksgiving celebrations. Five years ago to this day, I received a call in the wee hours of the morning. My mom had suffered…