by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 21, 2020 | Christmas, Darlene L. Turner, The Light of Christmas - A Poem by Barbara Ayton | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts, Guest Blogs
Let’s be a Christmas light for others to see. Love this poem by Barbara Ayton. Enjoy. Have a very MERRY CHRISTMAS! xo The Light of Christmas Into the sparkling realm of evening into the satin blackness placed one gem, celestial spotlighting illumining God’s...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 14, 2020 | Christmas, Darlene L. Turner, The Heart of Christmas | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts
They bundled up and headed outside for their annual Christmas walk. The Wilkinson family loved to check out their neighbour’s displays. After, they come home for a steaming cup of hot chocolate with sprinkles on top. Valerie knew once the kids got older this family...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 7, 2020 | Barbara Ayton, Christmas, Christmas poems, Christmas2020, Darlene L. Turner, The Gift, The Gift - A Poem by Barbara Ayton | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts, Guest Blogs
Christmas 2020 will look different for everyone. It has been a tough year with lots of changes, challenges, and heartbreaks. However, God’s love for us has remained steadfast. Even though we may not get to see our families and friends this year, Jesus is still...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 18, 2017 | Christmas, Darlene L. Turner, Easter, The Manger and the Cross | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts
Jesus came at Christmas so we could celebrate Easter. That is the reason for the season. Not all the bright lights, tinsel, Santa, presents, etc. While all of that is fun—it’s not the true meaning of Christmas. Do we remember this or do we bury ourselves in...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 2, 2013 | Christmas, Silent night | Christmas Traditions & Thoughts
She ripped the toy from another shopper’s hand. “It’s mine. I saw it first.”The woman’s eyes narrowed and grabbed the prize back. “Oh, no you didn’t. I did.”“Hey,” she said, her voice raising an octave.One tugged. The other cursed and pulled on the end of the toy.And...