Holiday blues affects Christians and non-Christians as well, and occurs between Thanksgiving and New Year’s; it is accompanied by depression and anxiety symptoms. These symptoms occur because of unrealistic expectations of how families should be, demands of holiday parties and events, financial strain of buying gifts, reminders of past losses, ...
Read More »Come As You Are
Christmas. ‘Twas the season to be jolly, but I was finding myself much more contemplative than jolly. Every time I would come across a manger scene, I was somehow captivated like never before nor since. That little baby, the Son of God, seemed to be inviting me so tangibly into ...
Read More »Wind Energy And The Hidden Costs
Recently the horizon of my back yard changed. What was once a clear view of the Western sky has now become polluted with crimson lights that flash in perfect unison at night and during the daytime, visible wings that transfer wind into energy. Honestly, I don’t like my new view. ...
Read More »5 Super Food Villains Everybody Needs To Know About
When you think of “super foods” what goes through your mind? You probably have thoughts of broccoli spears, celery sticks, and tofu. However, today when I talk about “super foods”, I want to talk about the super villains and not the heroes. In fact, I’m going to zero in on ...
Read More »The Christmas Ornament Miracle
‘…But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.’ Matthew 6:20 (NIV) A lifelong friend of mine recently posted an experience she had on Facebook. It so touched my heart that I asked permission to ...
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