Every year at Christmas, it seems that people struggle with emotional issues. My wife tells me that immediately following Christmas is even the highest rated time for suicides. Why is it that when things should be going well, as we gather with friends and family to celebrate, we often get hit with bad news? Sure, … Continue reading People Come and People Go
My Wish for Christmas
What do you wish for this year? Is it for your family to come together? Is it for a new iPod, Kindle, or video game? Is it for someone special to pop the question? What do you think others are wishing for? When you go to the mall or drive around town, what do you … Continue reading My Wish for Christmas
YM Resource: Christmas Charades
This past Sunday, before our gift exchange, we had some fun doing Christmas Charades. I know there are tons of lists around the internet, but I thought I would add mine to the list. In case you want to do the same for your youth group or party, feel free to use this list. It … Continue reading YM Resource: Christmas Charades
Christmas Card 2010
Here is our Christmas card for 2010. We used Shutterfly, which made things really nice and easy. On top of that, they look great. Thanks to our friend, Mark, who took the photo during our time in NYC for Thanksgiving this year. Send Holiday Cheer Christmas Card Create unique Christmas cards with Shutterfly. View the … Continue reading Christmas Card 2010
I’ll Be Home for Christmas x2
Yes, I have spent every Christmas with my family ever since I was born, even the year I had appendicitis. However, this year, I will have 2 homes to be at. For the first year of my life, I have more than just my family. Yvette and I will soon be flying back to see … Continue reading I’ll Be Home for Christmas x2
Christmas 2008
This was a good Christmas. I got to spend a good chunk of time with my family, which I do not get to do much of lately. I also got to see some old friends. Overall, I had a great time visiting people and just enjoying some time away from "normal" life. It was relaxing. … Continue reading Christmas 2008
Almost Christmas 2008
(No, this is not my house. I just found it online.) Well, I wanted to let you all know that I made it safely to IL. I left a ton of snow to enter into ice and wind, but that's how it goes. On Monday, I flew from Manchester to Indianapolis (via Baltimore). My parents … Continue reading Almost Christmas 2008