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The Magic and Mystery
The other day on NPR, I heard a Norwegian scientist explain “the physics behind Santa Claus.” He had some pretty interesting answers to the questions children have been asking since St. Nicholas turned into Santa in the early 1800s. You can listen to this… Continue Reading “The Magic and Mystery”
When A Gift Brings Us Home
The best gifts are those that transcend a holiday. These are the ones that make us feel seen, heard, known, and celebrated.
Cookies, Chaos, and Home – by Claudia Aulum
Holiday traditions are not just comforting rituals. Sometimes, they serve as lifelines in uncertain times.
December
Even with glittering lights, decorations, and cookies, this month can be tough for many of us.
Celebrating the Light
I never believed in Santa. Never. Really. He was just a story with ancient origins that my parents would share to illustrate how even one person could make a difference by doing something kind. But the Christ Child, he was real. Christmas was all… Continue Reading “Celebrating the Light”
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