I love so many things about the Christmas season that it’s hard to pick an absolute favorite. However, selecting just the right gift, wrapping it up, and watching a smile light up the receiver’s face is certainly near the very top! I love to pay attention throughout the year, listening…
Isn’t it amazing how your senses can heighten an experience and even flood your mind with sweet (and sometimes, not so savory) memories? We were created with the capacity to truly savor (food, moments, Scripture, etc) and to make meaning…
Merry Christmastime! If you’re like us, one of the traditions you look forward to the most is the return of the Hallmark Christmas movie countdown. Could it be the nail-biting suspense and cliffhanger endings?…
Imagine with me, it’s December 26th at 8 o’clock in the morning, and I’m sipping on my coffee (flavored with hazelnut creamer of course) in my new house slippers while my children tinker with legos and dolls…
We are counting our blessings here at Council Road Women and at the top of list is you! Thank you for allowing us to be part of your lives this past year. Thank you for reading, commenting on, and sharing…
My current season of life is full. Everyday is a different variation of the same––morning routine, different work schedule, different childcare, lunches, nap schedules, dinner prep, evening routine, bedtime, then…
Father, as we sit at this table we give You praise. Many at our humble spread have felt loss this year. For them we bring grace and plead Your comfort. Oh, Prince of Peace, commune with us here.
Anticipation is a powerful part of the holidays. The preparations and planning can be as much fun and meaningful as the set aside celebratory day(s) on the calendar. Anticipation can also make you want to…