Where grace seasons every moment
Christmas Day was quiet, slow, simple, and easy. Quite wonderful, in fact. We exchanged a few gifts, nothing extravagant or unexpected. I feel like we have crossed a threshold and can unapologetically (and finally) choose minimal for the season and Christmas Day itself. Gerry made his signature crepes. We worked on a jigsaw puzzle in... Continue Reading →
”Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for... Continue Reading →
Just popping in to share this seasonal photo of our girl, Molly, share some random stuff, and wish you a Merry Christmas. I'm finding it difficult to believe tomorrow is Christmas Eve. There's not a flake of snow in sight or in the foreseeable forecast. What a difference from last year at this time! (This... Continue Reading →
Can I tell you something? December is not my favourite month, and Christmas is not my favourite holiday. There, I've said it. What?! You might ask. How can you not love Christmas? It's the season of joy. It's a magical time. Peace and goodwill toward men and all that jazz. You call yourself a Christian... Continue Reading →
Yesterday afternoon, from the comfort of my office, I attended a board meeting for the Story Circle Network via Zoom. Ten women gathered together to write, share what SCN activities we were proud of over the past year, and talk about business—which didn't seem like business. It felt more like what it really is: strong... Continue Reading →
One year ago today, Gerry and I became Moose Jaw residents fulfilling my fifty-year-old dream of returning to Saskatchewan. Sometimes, I can scarce believe I'm a Moose Javian again. This morning sitting at my desk, I'm looking out over a landscape that is devoid of snow. It's been unseasonably warm and what little snowfall we... Continue Reading →
A Slice of Life 