He says, “Come to me you weary ones And I will give you rest,” We tend to forget this invitation While we shop and bake with zest. We can’t take time this season To practice a different rhythm; There’s too much on the “to do” list To spend quiet time with him. But right now…
Category: Advent
Peace
We were video chatting when Violet showed us the certificate she received from her teacher, honoring her for exemplifying the character trait peace. I asked her what she did to show that trait at her school. There was a poignant pause; then she said, “Well, I know a lot about friendship and kindness, and I’m…
Shepherds and Sheep
Sally Sheep was given as a birthday gift to Aunt Phyllis by her brother Jerry when they celebrated their 98th and 92nd birthdays in 2018. He thought she would think it funny since they both grew up on a Nebraska farm. Violet had just turned one, so Phyllis gave it to her, and we have…
Advent Joy and Wonder
I’ve been scrolling for photos on my phone of days past with Aunt Phyllis in order to capture her child-like faith, joy, and wonder. I described the memorial service and the attentiveness to details surrounding joy, and it’s not by accident that the focus of her service and this week’s Advent calendar is JOY. The…
Encounters with Angels
Kelli is putting together Nativity costumes for the kids who will be singing at one of their church’s services. I think of all the Halloween costumes and Nativity costumes I have put together over the years. In the first photo Kelli was a fairy and the girls behind her more likely angels (note the halos)….