Everyone wondered, but no one knew – knew who Mr. Pemberton was, that is. Oh, they all knew of the Pemberton family. At least the older ones did. They remembered the cranky old man who used to throw things at them when they were kids. Just because they passed his house! Not because they stoleContinueContinue reading “The Coming of Mr. Pemberton: A Christmas Story”
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Thanksgiving for the Future
Happy Thanksgiving from Italy!! Even though it always amazes me how many people don’t know that Italy doesn’t celebrate this holiday. It saddens me too, because it means that many people, even in North America, don’t seem to know the history of Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a distinctly North American holiday, inspired by celebrations of theContinueContinue reading “Thanksgiving for the Future”
All Things End
Most of us do not like endings. Beginnings are fun and exciting, with new things on the horizon. But endings mark the conclusion of something, with words like cessation, separation, mourning, goodbye, and farewell. They often carry with them a sense of loss. We experienced this sense of loss during our recent stay in Hubby’sContinueContinue reading “All Things End”
If I Could Live Life Over {My ABC Bucket List}
It’s not possible, and it’s a good thing it’s not. But if I could go back and live my life over again, there are so many things I would change. I would strive to… 🪞 A – Accept myself for who I am. 🥹 B – Be more patient. 🕊️ C – Cultivate more peace.ContinueContinue reading “If I Could Live Life Over {My ABC Bucket List}”
We Were All Lost Sheep
All kinds of people crowded around Christ, and he never turned them away. No matter what they were like, or who they were, he was ready to receive them. Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomesContinueContinue reading “We Were All Lost Sheep”
When the Way is Blocked
No one likes roadblocks or delays. We prefer to do what we want and go where we want. But sometimes we find roadblocks in our way, and frustration sets in. Or irritation, anger, resignation, sadness. Disappointment can bring a whole range of emotions. And we wish for a bulldozer to clear the way. I’ve hitContinueContinue reading “When the Way is Blocked”