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Comment on Why We Celebrate Advent by Raajii

Raajii — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:01:53 +0000

Most of us do things without thinking because apparently thats how it is done. Half of this world’s problems would go away if we were to just think for a second.

Quite informative post Thank you.

Comment on Why We Celebrate Advent by Kitty Burgett

Kitty Burgett — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:32:13 +0000

Well put, Deb! My children were always taught to focus on what Christmas and Advent are really about, before turning their sights to the peripheral, more secular aspects of the season. Consequently, they grew up more grounded in their faith and more concerned with others’ needs than their own wants. The secular aspects cannot be eliminated or ignored, but can be put into perspective . Christmas without Advent would be hollow indeed!

Comment on Welcome! by debgraafsma

debgraafsma — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 05:55:08 +0000

Hi William — I do have several projects of my stuff… I am working on creating a sort of marketplaceon lulu.com…. thanks for asking.

Comment on Practical Ways to Deal with Holiday “Joy Robbers” by YouAreBeautiful

YouAreBeautiful — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 06:40:48 +0000

When I first read the title of the blog post I thought you were speaking about people who steal joy from us during the holidays and it peaked my curiosity. When I read to find out you were talking about our own inner struggles I was in complete agreement. Stress over finances and relationships can put a strain on the holidays. Thank you for your wonderful tips, I read them a little too late, but I’ll keep them in mind next year.

Comment on Welcome! by William

William — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 23:26:51 +0000

I really admire your singing abilities Debbye, I have been trying to find albums/songs with you, but there are not many to be found. Did you never record any albums on your own?
Love the song ‘To Him who sits on the throne’

Comment on knowing by Steve Ker

Steve Ker — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 05:00:13 +0000

Good post, I am mentoring a couple second grade ESL boys. I am not really sure what I should be doing, but we are developing a relationship.
Through playing games and doing puzzles I am getting to know them and them me. I will be searching for the questions I need to ask and the answers that will help us in our discovery.

Comment on Welcome! by Michael McDonald

Michael McDonald — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 17:51:10 +0000

I just started reading your blog, am I am really enjoying it.

Comment on what I have on hand by Melissa Norton

Melissa Norton — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 14:24:28 +0000

Hello Deb, Thank you SO much for your blogs. It puts my mind to ease, and let’s God work in a smoother invironment. Sometimes it send chills up and down my spine, and I know that is the Holy Spirit at work, (if we let go & let Him). I owe you an email, and some day I guess I send it. Thank you for all of your uplifting words of encourgement, and your prayers. I always am in need of your prayers. I’m going through what to me is a tough time, but I know that God is working in my favor, and in due season, the Blessings will flow. I give him all the Praise and the Glory. Thank You!! Love in Christ, Melissa

Comment on what I have on hand by Kitty Burgett

Kitty Burgett — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 12:29:11 +0000

Your timing is perfect. Just last night I had my “exit interview” with the Board of Directors, who are closing the organization I helped found 15 years ago. I will be 63 and unemployed. I have my talents and abilities “at hand.” We’ll see where God chooses to use them next.

Comment on new seasons by Bonnie Lou

Bonnie Lou — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:44:56 +0000

Debbye that is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.