christmas blessings: Biscuits and Blessings
- 12/24/24 07:02 AM
Biscuits and Blessings Today and tomorrow, we are reminded of why we truly celebrate this time. Christ came to this world as a small babe in order to serve as our future Savior. Each of us has the choice to either accept Him or to reject Him. No one is forced to choose either way. A choice however, is ours alone. When I made these biscuits, I chose the ingredients, took the time to prepare them, and then allowed them to slowly rise before baking. Each of us was chosen by God. Every nuance we have is known by Him. Throughout our lives, we (19 comments)
christmas blessings: The Day Before Christmas Story #5
- 12/24/21 06:29 AM
We have arrived at the blessed Christmas Eve - THE reason for the season and that is Christ our Lord. This week I have been sharing Christmas blessing stories in the hopes to provide others with joy and purpose. God gives each of us stories and wants us to share them. Our final story in this series is another confirmation of my near-death experience. This story not only confirmed my experience but also provided a young mother with the gift of giving herself some grace. This precious story still brings tears to my eyes. I was in my hometown for a book signing (11 comments)
christmas blessings: 2 Days Before Christmas Story #4
- 12/23/21 12:55 PM
Yesterday, we left off at the incredible near-death experience while I was in the hospital. What was so difficult to grasp was whether or not my visitation really happened or had it been a dream? For months after the event, I grappled with the event knowing in my heart that I had indeed received a great visit and message. Six months after this event, my husband and I were at a gathering when I noticed the front door opening and saw an elderly man enter who was aided by a walker. I could tell he was very frail and was moving slowly. The (11 comments)
christmas blessings: 3 Days Before Christmas Story #3
- 12/22/21 06:23 PM
This is my third story in this series about Christmas blessings and miracles. Today's story is also intensely personal but is important to share. I sincerely believe that we are allowed to experience amazing events in order to share them with others. We never know who needs to hear our story. Years ago at the age of 43, my life almost ended in an instant. Having just been through what was supposed to be routine surgery, ended up in a near-death experience. At the peak of my adult life, the mother of two great children, fit and healthy, what turned out to (6 comments)
christmas blessings: 4 Days Before Christmas Story #2
- 12/21/21 06:11 AM
Yesterday I shared my first miracle story with you. Today, I will continue with another inspirational story that I hope will encourage you and warm your heart. Miracles and blessings still happen each and every day. As I shared about discovering my biological grandmother in my last post, this story is about my first grandchild. She was born into a tumultuous situation. When I heard my daughter was in labor, I went into action to drive the 1100+ miles to see her. It was two days of intense driving across the country by myself but I was excited to lay my eyes (21 comments)
Yesterday we had my side of the family early Christmas gathering. Aunts, Uncles, cousins, brothers, sisters, Mothers and Fathers, children and grandchildren all descended upon my mothers home! We always get together early so that everyone can be with their respective immediate families on Christmas. It is hectic but fun. Wrapping paper flying, kids running around, adults laughing and talking, and of course lots of food! Amidst it all, I couldn't help but to reflect on the blessings that I have in my life and right now the most meaningful of all is my precious grandchild. In 9 (12 comments)