Category Archives: Christmas

The Darkness Around Christmas

Posted on December 24, 2017 by Jody

There is a Child within a manger Whose love can reach the smallest heart, From kings to shepherds, To everyone of us whose dreams have been torn apart. And he was born for all the children Who watch the snow and … Continue reading →

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Hustle And Bustle

Posted on December 8, 2015 by Jody

I don’t know where this phrase originated but “hustle and bustle” seems to be the words that describe this time of year. It conveys that we feel there is more “stuff” we have to accomplish in days which appear to … Continue reading →

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Best Christmas Gift

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Jody

Darkness and despair will not go on forever. For we who walk in the darkness of this world have seen a great Light. We may live in a land of deep darkness, but The Light is shining. A child is … Continue reading →

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What if … Christmas?

Posted on December 7, 2014 by Jody

Here we are in the Christmas season. What does that mean? Does it bring the scent of cookies and pine? Do songs play in your mind and heart, like I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas or Silent Night? Is there … Continue reading →

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Holidays – Finding the Celebration

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Jody

I’m going to share something deeply personal about holidays. I hope anyone reading this will say, “Oh, I already knew that.” because it has been a very difficult lesson for me to learn. For many years, I followed in the … Continue reading →

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Wise Change Better than ANY Change

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Jody

As 2012 winds down and I see 2013 rising up to meet me, it is that time of year to think about making a course correction that will produce “good”. At this time next year I want to be able … Continue reading →

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Duff’s Tavern & Grill, Vicksburg, MS

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Jody

Like many people, I took a road trip during the Christmas holidays to have time with family. Ours was a 12-hour drive and often on those long trips, we have chosen “fast food” which usually sacrifices quality for speed. Thanks … Continue reading →

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Christmas Movies on TV

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Jody

This may be my favorite time of year for movies on TV. There are so many great stories that have been told and retold throughout the years. A Christmas Carol – This is to me a great “parable” of God’s … Continue reading →

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Read if You Dare!

Posted on September 6, 2010 by Jody

“One Simple Act” by Debbie Macomber [ISBN#9781439108932] I just finished this barely 200-page book. It took me almost two weeks. Usually I could have finished it in about four hours. I put it down several times and tried to ignore … Continue reading →

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Christmas Shopping 2008

Posted on November 30, 2008 by Jody

It’s that time of year when we begin to think about selecting gifts for those we love. Books are always a great choice for me because I love to read. I am an eclectic reader! I love mysteries to cookbooks! … Continue reading →

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