She flew in and nestled her plump breast down into the snow piled onto our deck railing. Through the sliding doors, I watched her as she watched me. Each of us wary. Her eyes darted back and forth ensuring safety. For those few moments we were alone together. I sat… Continue reading
Although not a true story, you may have had a similar experience as you try to live love and caring for others not just at Christmas but every day. We don’t always see our actions as living our faith and being the hands, feet, and heart of Christ. Christmas Eve… Continue reading
Janet Stobie has just launched a new children’s book entitled Rajah Finds His Wisdom. In it, a young elephant learns to appreciate his differences and use them in special ways. Janet found her Rajah prototype a few years ago on a safari in Africa. Larger by half than its Asian… Continue reading
In today’s world finding volunteers is difficult, especially for leadership positions. Groups are closing down because no one will agree to be president or chair or whatever leader is needed. I’ve had people come to me in tears. “I’ve served as President of our group for twelve years. I’ve learned… Continue reading
Thanksgiving weekend is just around the corner. The trees are donning their fiery gowns of red, gold and yellow. Some are heavy with fruit. Bright orange pumpkins dot the farmer’s fields. Everywhere we look, Mother Nature is getting ready to celebrate. Many of us are looking forward to gathering with… Continue reading
When I was a young teenager, it was easy to compare myself to others and find myself lacking. Whether it was body shape, popularity, beauty, or just stuff, it seemed that others had so much more than I did. They were prettier, more athletic, won prizes. Boys flocked to them,… Continue reading
A few weeks ago we enjoyed the musical “Annie” at the Peterborough Theatre Guild. Three members of our Keene church family performed superbly in the cast. One, Indigo Chesser, played the orphan child, Hope. Be sure to join Indigo playing the part of “Sunny Donnegal” in Fourth Line Theatre’s “The… Continue reading
Volunteers are precious. Our busy lives and COVID have made us wary of any commitment, particularly any not required by work or family. The past few days, thoughts of heroes, angels and volunteers have mixed together in my mind. Occasionally, we notice home-town heroes, “angels,” I call them, people for… Continue reading
Mother’s Day is coming. Being a Mom is a special privilege, although at times it can feel all consuming, and full of worry. Always, it’s a life sentence. No one gets to be a mom for just a little while. Even when our blessed child leaves us through a miscarriage,… Continue reading
