The Heart of Christmas

Me, Ayden, and the top of Cadence’s head, Christmas 2009 Reason to Celebrate We’ve decorated our Christmas tree, attended parties, bought (but not yet wrapped!) gifts, baked, and hung lights from the eaves. Our nativity sits in its place of honor, where lamplight illuminates the figure of the Baby Jesus in His manger. Mistletoe hangs […]


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Encouraging Words

United Church of the Valley Christmas Cantata 2010 Pleasing my Father My dad’s approval is important to me. As a child, I would have rather endured a spanking than heard him quietly say, “I’m disappointed in you.” My dad has also encouraged me to write since I was a small child. So when I blogged […]


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Boat Parades and Burdens

Boat Parade, Dana Point, California, December, 2008 Steps to Obedience Boat parades are a favorite Christmas tradition in waterfront communities. Participants spend days decorating their vessels with Christmas lights, Santas, stars and crosses. Skippers host parties aboard their boats, welcoming guests to enjoy the spectacle while enjoying food and drink. Boatloads of spectators line the edges […]


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>Boat Parades and Burdens

> Boat Parade, Dana Point, California, December, 2008 Steps to Obedience Boat parades are a favorite Christmas tradition in waterfront communities. Participants spend days decorating their vessels with Christmas lights, Santas, stars and crosses. Skippers host parties aboard their boats, welcoming guests to enjoy the spectacle while enjoying food and drink. Boatloads of spectators line the […]


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Boat Parades and Burdens

Boat Parade, Dana Point, California, December, 2008 Steps to Obedience Boat parades are a favorite Christmas tradition in waterfront communities. Participants spend days decorating their vessels with Christmas lights, Santas, stars and crosses. Skippers host parties aboard their boats, welcoming guests to enjoy the spectacle while enjoying food and drink. Boatloads of spectators line the edges […]


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