Life in the Slow Lane

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Heart Warmers — March 23, 2022
Grandson, great-granddaughter, walking in the park, love

A heart warmer -- our grandson and his little girl

Heart Warmers

/Sherrey Meyer/4 Comments
A few days ago I mentioned to Bob the stresses we have all borne during the pandemic. And now we’re watching the destruction of people and their cities in Ukraine.
 
Then we saw this photo (above) on our grandson’s Facebook page. What a heartwarming moment that was! They live in Tennessee, and we’ve never held that little girl or seen her in person. Photos and videos become treasures in an instant!

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What’s in a Word? — January 12, 2022
It’s Almost Here! — December 23, 2020
Saviour, Christ, born, nativity, Star of Bethlehem

It’s Almost Here!

/Sherrey Meyer

Today I’m not only talking about Christmas as I declare “It’s almost here!” I’m also thinking of the end of 2020. Thinking of it as the “year that was” should feel good.

And with those thoughts, we can move ahead into 2021 with hope and anticipation of better days ahead.

This Christmas season will be different for many of us. Traditions set aside for safer gatherings. Perhaps one less in that family photo or at the table. Inability to visit and cheer those housed in nursing facilities or in the hospital. And likely many more. If we love as Christ taught us to love, we are willing to accept these inconveniences.

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