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Category Archives: Holidays
Battles and Prayers
from New Church Life by Bruce Henderson Luxembourg American Cemetery (my photo from 2014) War is the ultimate challenge to the Christmas prayer: “Glory to God in thehighest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men.” (Luke 2:14)Even in war the … Continue reading
A German town transforms its entire city hall into a massive Advent calendar
From Montana Public Radio – thanks to Bob P. Advent calendars have become big business in the U.S. these days. Shoppers can easily spend upwards of $200 for calendars with samples of makeup and skincare products, or even gourmet cooking ingredients. … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Is an Opportunity for a National Reset
Abraham Lincoln wanted a “rebuke … to the very harbingers of reappearing tyranny and oppression.” Sarah Josepha Hale’s suggestion for a national day of Thanksgiving provided a solution. By Bret Stephens Opinion Columnist in the NYT Though the Thanksgiving story is … Continue reading
Columbus Day – commentary by Heather Cox Richardson
On October 9, President Donald J. Trump’s office issued an official proclamation declaring Monday, October 13, “Columbus Day.” The proclamation says that the day is one on which “our Nation honors the legendary Christopher Columbus—the original American hero, a giant … Continue reading
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We Are Not Being Asked to Run Into Cannon Fire. We Just Need to Speak Up.
By Drew Gilpin Faust in the NYT Ms. Faust is the author of “This Republic of Suffering: Death and the American Civil War” and a former president of Harvard University. Frederick Douglass thought Decoration Day — the original name for Memorial … Continue reading
One Simple Hack to Ruin Your Easter
The price of eggs has some online creators suggesting that potatoes are a suitable alternative. Please believe me, they are wrong. By Kaitlyn Tiffany in the Atlantic (thanks to Mary M.) Like countless others who have left their hometown to live … Continue reading
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What to know about Lunar New Year traditions
JiaYing Grygiel – Special to The Seattle Times (thanks to Marilyn W.) Jan. 1 has come and gone, but Lunar New Year is right around the corner, celebrated by some 2 billion people around the world. The Year of the … Continue reading
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Jingle Bells at the Performance Hall by the Northwest Firelight Chorale
Ed note: Hope you didn’t miss this outstanding group which we haven’t seen for a few years. Hope they’re back in 2025!
Santa comes to Skyline
Ed note: Best party of the year! A celebration for our wonderful and dedicated staff.
Advent Music at St James Cathedral
Thanks to Mary R.
Everything You Learned About Thanksgiving Is Wrong
By Maya Salam in the NYT — (Thanks to Mary Jane F.) Not to rain on your Thanksgiving Day parade, but the story of the first Thanksgiving, as most Americans have been taught it — the Pilgrims and Native Americans gathering … Continue reading
Candy Canes Bring a Twist to the Holidays
Thanks to Mary M. By Rosie Wolf Williams The red and white candy cane has a long and storied past. But is there a right way to eat one? Dangling from the Christmas tree, tucked into party favors, or bathing … Continue reading
Sustainable Gift Wrap
In response to an article in the NYT titled “4 Cheap(ish) Gift Wrap Alternatives the Pros Use—and How to Make Them Look Great“, a Skyline resident had this letter published!
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Holiday brain teaser
Thanks to Mary M. Answer to be poster (Gloria in eggshells Cs Deo)
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Can you guess the Christmas carol?
Ed note: This was posted 6 years ago on the blog. Do you remember?? Answers are below–don’t peek! Move hitherward the entire assembly of those who are loyal in their belief Listen, the celestial messengers produce harmonious sounds Nocturnal timespan … Continue reading
Stressed During the Holidays? There’s an Exercise for That.
By Danielle Friedman in the NYT The holidays may be known for their go-go-go stressful energy, but we also tend to spend a lot of time in December being sedentary. Historically, people are least physically active during the winter, thanks to falling temperatures, limited hours of … Continue reading
Shanah Tovah (Oklahoma style)
Thanks to Mary Jane F.
The pen and the sword
Thanks to Gordon G.
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Unexpected Christmas for single father with 7 children
Thanks to Sybil Ann
Abbott and Costello wish you a Happy New Year
Thanks to Alice M.