Tag Archives: Christmas

What I Learned from the Grandkids’ Visit

Posted on January 26, 2021 by Jan C. Johnson

December found our son and his wife, now that they’re back in the US, bringing their young children for a wonderful Christmas visit. We all had a great time talking, reading stories, clambering around at a local playground, enjoying Christmas … Continue reading →

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All Oppression Shall Cease

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Jan C. Johnson

In church on a December Sunday, we sang the beloved carol “O Holy Night.” One line in the second verse really got me thinking: “Truly He taught us to love one another;His law is Love and His gospel is Peace.Chains … Continue reading →

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Things I Learned About Holidays with Grandkids

Posted on January 9, 2018 by Jan C. Johnson

Having our son and his family visit from halfway across the country made this past Christmas extra special. I need to see our grandchildren more often, though… it seems I’ve forgotten a lot about living with preschoolers. Here for your … Continue reading →

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I Hear Him

Posted on December 22, 2017 by Jan C. Johnson

Here’s a poem I wrote several years ago. I hope it blesses you.   I Hear Him I hear Him. . . In the awesome, roaring grandeur of the thunder the waterfall the pounding surf   And I hear Him. … Continue reading →

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Deck Those Halls, Y’all!

Posted on December 19, 2017 by Jan C. Johnson

Wishing a Very Merry Christmas to All My Readers, Friends, and Family Blessings, Jan

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Living the Season Well-Reclaiming Christmas, by Jody Collins

Posted on October 13, 2017 by Jan C. Johnson

If you’re like me, the Christmas season can spiral out of control and turn you into a grinch dealing with ten extra pounds, a stack of bills, and a eye twitch. “Comfort and joy?” Bah, humbug! Enter Jody Collins. Who, … Continue reading →

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