It seems that all I blog about is what I read. It's because I almost feel as though I'm defined by what I read. It's informing me, shaping me, whether I like what I read or not. Beyond the many (often 3-5) books I read, I also read the news and am thankful for blogs. Blogs keep me informed of friends' missionary travels, world journeys and post-college life experience. Reading about the Gilbert Brothers, Tommy Poole, Jeff Andersen, Logan Villarreal, Michael Woodruff, etc. is always fulfilling.
Other blogs too reminded me of the Christmas spirit and my blessings.
Donald Miller reminded me of the miracle of Jesus coming as an infant and its spiritual ramifications...
Dave Cameron blogs about the Seattle Mariners and is one of the best baseball writers around. A few months ago, he announced that he has cancer. His Christmas blog informed readers that he just may be alright now (still awaiting final test results)... even if the Mariners aren't...
My good friend Carrie Cloke is living in a new home, and though it's different, her family and traditions are enough. My family has changed locations many times and with each change comes a change in tradition. That's hard but there's nothing like being "home" with family for the holidays...
Having Christmas Eve on the Sabbath was a blessing. I love any excuse to connect Christmas with Christianity. Christmas sermons, family discussions, reminders about what it's all about. Similarly, Ryan Billington wrote of the Sabbath and reminded me of my own childhood experience and why it is so important...
