Category: Toward Christmas
Dec 22 – Baby Jesus
Born, Wrapped I remember swaddling my babies trying to extend the comfort they received from my arms so when they laid alone not in a manger, but a crib they’d have the snug memory of love wrapped a... Read More
Dec 21 – Joseph
Joseph craftsman, sweetheart wounded, kind, willing appointed father, trusted protector committed, quiet, concerned helpmate, dreamer a good man © 2017 – Laurel Archer Photo credit – Pixa... Read More
Dec 20 – Zechariah
When I couldn’t speak It’s been four months and Elizabeth still hasn’t gone out of the house. She hasn’t said much to me except, Chatter and busy bodies would sour the sweetness of this sacred... Read More
Dec 19 – Elizabeth
A favorite aunt offered refuge to the heart of a cherished niece. Wisdom recognized truth; truth spoke magnificently. © 2017 – Laurel Archer Photo Credit – Pixabay.com Note: This Advent s... Read More
Dec 18 – Mary
As simple as that Mary appeared again yesterday in the Nativity Play at church – not just mine; maybe yours too? It’s my favorite Sunday and favorite way to hear the story. Children lead, model th... Read More
Dec 17 – Esther
This week, I feature a poem written by my friend Denice. Below is her intro explaining the way this writing captured her. As a woman in this advent season, I know a different energy in my bones. I t... Read More
Dec 16 – Elijah
Short Resume´ Elijah, prophet, ‘troubler’ of Kings, firebrand to faltering souls. Will ignite indignation in tyrant queens. Sprinter. Mentor. References: The LORD. Free consult for room and boa... Read More
Dec 15 – Kings
Saul, David, Solomon appointed, oiled, ascended – to rule a nation. All famous, all flawed, but David admitted, repented, changed. © 2017 – Laurel Archer Photo Credits: pixabay.com... Read More