Yeah, here we go again
it’s that time of year when
we travel to be together
and catch up with each other
and by the time we say ‘Amen’
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That time I went to Mongolia
I had no intention of traveling or doing any big trips this year. This was going to be a low-key year where I took care of some issues. My plan was to stay close, do little traveling, take care of some things, and, if possible, pay off my car or at least get the loan down. No, I would not be traveling outside the country. It was a good plan. But mid-August I found myself at the airport getting ready to fly halfway around the world. So much for that good plan.
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The holiday known as Christmas
What is the deal with Christmas? When did it become the powerhouse of holidays? How did Santa Claus come into the picture? Who was responsible for deciding December 25th was the day when no one really knew the date of the Savior’s birth? Where did Christmas originate? I asked myself these very questions this winter and decided to seek out some answers. In short, why do we celebrate Christmas the way we do? Continue reading
Day after Thanksgiving tradition
Many years ago, when my older nieces were young I decided to create an after holiday treat with them. Perhaps, it was my way of extending the family togetherness of Thanksgiving. Or maybe I just wanted an excuse to see a movie that was geared for children. Whatever the reason, a tradition we unoriginally call the Day After Thanksgiving Movie was born. Continue reading
But today we play
Hello summer. It’s time to play, right? The work will always be there tomorrow. Always. Continue reading
A Day Off
Love me some Thanksgiving
I know I mention this every year but Thanksgiving really is the best holiday. It is the Friday afternoon at 5:00pm holiday. The anticipation holiday. The kickoff for the season. It is the best and it deserves some love.
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