Monthly Archives: December 2018

Several years ago, a dear friend gave me a mug that says “All I want for Christmas is Peace on earth and really cute shoes!” It’s funny. And yet, somehow, I sensed it’s also profound. It made me think. You're invited to add your thoughts in the comments section below.  The mug reminds me that navigating this season can be a balancing act.  We balance lofty goals (“Peace on…

The custom of giving Christmas gifts began as a way to celebrate God’s gift of Jesus to the world. For many of us, regardless of faith tradition, this is a season of gift giving. There are many kinds of gifts: big, awkward-to-wrap ones; homemade ones; and tiny, precious ones. Some of my favorite gifts don’t fit in a box, like shared experiences and time together. Whatever the gift,…