Category: Toward Christmas
Cinquain Refrains
I’ve not posted in a long while, but Advent is always an inviting season that draws me to slow down, reflect and write. So I poked a couple of friends – Karen and Denice, to see if they... Read More
Written in Advent 6
It’s different this year, no matter how much we wish it wasn’t. How has the difference been for you? What revelations have you had? This is after all, the season for revelation! Jesus is a... Read More
Written in Advent 5
I love the season of winter. I love the dark days. I love the way the trees graciously drop their leaves so you can see through to their bones. I know many who don’t and I get that too. In fact ... Read More
Written in Advent 4
One of the reasons I love the Season of Advent so much is because it makes space for our real lives. It isn’t about decorations or celebrating, but about waiting, longing and then welcoming. Adv... Read More
Written in Advent 3
We’re spending more time alone because of the pandemic and I suspect, even those of us who need a large measure of alone-time have had sufficient, thanks you very much!. So there’s joy, is... Read More
Written in Advent 2
Have you ever fought with a sibling? I’ve had some of my most fabulous blow-outs with my brothers. There’s something unguarded between siblings that can lead to great affection AND great c... Read More
Written in Advent
I choose to Advent. That is not a typo. Advent as a verb is engagement, choice, participation. Advent waits for God, who promises, accompanies us and celebrates with us when the promise is fulfilled. ... Read More
Christmas 2019 – I know
Christmas proper is a mixed bag – the celebration that is, not the sacred truth (although maybe what I really mean then is, Christmas improper!). We work hard to hold what’s special about ... Read More