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Why Tradition Should Give Us Pause

Traditions come in many forms. Some traditions are minor, such as opening Christmas presents one at a time, from youngest to oldest. Other traditions, like orthodox Christianity, have much more to them. And on the one hand, it is a … Continue reading

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Christmas: A Story of Turmoil, Pain, and Transition

Life isn't all tinsel and puppies (unless you're thinking about when it's a tangled mess and peeing on the carpet). Neither is Christmas. Christmas Tree As we move deeper into this holiday season, I'm reminded of the very real struggles … Continue reading

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On Potatoes and Pilgrims - Thanksgiving Reflections

As I remember the roots of Thanksgiving Day, I'm humbled. We base it on the day of thanksgiving the Pilgrims enjoyed. To put their thanksgiving into perspective, remember that they did not come off of an easy year: What am … Continue reading

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Traditions and Non-Traditions

As the holidays are approaching again, I've been thinking about family traditions. Maybe your family has traditions that are as set-in-stone as the "laws of the Medes and Persians, which altereth not." In my family, though, our traditions are always … Continue reading

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Holiday School

Temperatures are dropping, the leaves have turned beautiful shades of red and gold, and I filled my wooden bowl with gourds to put in the middle of my table this week. Yes, there's no denying that the season has changed. … Continue reading

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The Holidays are Coming ...

For some people that statement brings feelings of excitement and fond memories of childhood holidays ... for others it creates a feeling of dread and the wish to just fast-forward to January. I suppose there are a multitude of reasons … Continue reading

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