I want to pay tribute to wonderful people I have known, the wonderful country in which I live, the communities in which I have lived, the churches who have claimed me as their own, the God who sends shivers down my back when I really give him a portion of my time—well, maybe not shivers but tears flow easily in some of those most priceless times.
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Category Archives: Christmas
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ONE AND ALL
Just make me happy. Give me a guppy, a birthstone ring… a perky teacup, that sort of thing. I prefer Joy. A mature kind of happiness, a grandchild, security, …an old man who has been loyal to me. I’ve been … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Jesus Christ the Messiah, Jesus only way, Jesus the Messiah, Jesus' return, joy, Uncategorized
Tagged chocolate, Christmas, cow salt block, David & Oriana, Jesus, Jesus only way, Jesus the Baby, Jesus the Messiah, Jesus' return, memories, nostalgia, We Shall Behold Him
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CHRISTMAS CARD JOY
My hands are up. I surrender. See the white flag I carry. That is all to say, I give up on my conquest to keep the Christmas card tradition. Well, hopefully, I keep it through my last Christmas; I expect … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, joy, Uncategorized
Tagged Christmas, Christmas cards, facebook, friends, humor, joy, snail mail, stamps, US Post Office
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A VALUEABLE DOLL … WORTH ALMOST NOTHING EXCEPT JOY
Back then, when? I don’t remember but possible 23 to 25 years ago, three sisters entered a Duckwall’s Variety Store in Hugoton, Kansas. And came out with some dolls. One of which is shown above as she looks today in … Continue reading
CAROLS
Last year the carolers came. I knew most of them; they were from my church. My pastor and his wife were with them. It was a special treat. Caroling only came into my life after I married. I must have … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Christmas carol, joy, Uncategorized
Tagged Christmas, Christmas carols, joy
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MY TOWN, JOY FLAG
I don’t get out much anymore. That sad fact was made plain to me just now as I try to remember whether or not Walmart has a Christmas tree, also do they play Christmas carols. I’m pretty sure they play … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Uncategorized
Tagged carols, Christ, Christianity, culture, hometown, joy
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WISE MEN …
As you can see I have taken off my motor scooter gear; I’m now prepared to talk seriously for a bit. It is Wednesday, you know, when I try to be wise. Wednesday Wisdom. I am back to the old … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Uncategorized, wisdom
Tagged atheists, Christianity, Hitchens, Jesus, wisdom, wise men
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MARY, DID YOU KNOW?
MARY, DID YOU KNOW?” Christmas beauty based on old, old truth. Mary and Joseph – earthly care takers of our precious Christ-child. Doesn’t it penetrate your heart as you identify with their roles? Entrusted with the Baby, the Child; heart … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Mary mother of Jesus, Uncategorized
Tagged carols, Christmas songs, Jesus' birth, Jesus' mission, Mary Did You Know
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ARE YOU RADIANT WITH “PREGNANT JOY”
Definition of pregnant. 1 : containing a developing embryo, fetus, or unborn offspring within the body : gravid. 2 : full, teeming. 3 : rich in significance or implication here Dear Christian, The chances are that you have never been visited … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Christmas, Jesus the Messiah, Uncategorized
Tagged Chrisianity, Good News, Gospel, Holy Spirit, Jesus lives within you, joy, nativity, tell the Story of Jesus
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JANUARY TIPS
This image is important to show you what I am talking about. See I can wear it this month and I’ll tell you why. First more examples that might apply to you. Remember that bling ring you bought you bought … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, humor, me, Uncategorized
Tagged Christmas gifts, fashion trends, humor
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