December! I cannot believe an entire semester has passed (I'm still thinking in school time). What have I accomplished? I have been retired for six months and have been busy doing "something." My house is a little less dusty; I'm learning that planning a menu saves money at the grocery store; exercising regularly does keep off weight; snow is still beautiful -- we've had four snowfalls already; singing in the EFCH choir is awesome; having more time to get ready for Christmas doesn't mean that I am ready; sending and receiving Christmas cards is a way of keeping up with friends; Winter has finally come ("Can Spring be far behind?"); and I am loving NOT writing lesson plans!
The news stories this past year have definitely affected me. My 401k accounts have diminished, my brother died suddenly, gas prices have been the highest and lowest in the same year, I have a new African-American president, the names Michael Phelps and Sarah Palin are prominent, athiestic signs are next to manger scenes; and O'Reilly is still on his throne.
In spite of the good and the bad, I remain thankful for this wonderful season of the year when I celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Hallelujah to the Lamb of God who was born to provide a way of salvation for me! As I think of His birth, I also think of his death, because His blood was shed for me. Thank you, Lord! I am humbly yours.
