Signs

I have truly enjoyed Advent 2016.  I am glad Pastor Michael asked us to be aware of signs in all forms that are in our everyday lives!  And, for 12/25/2016, the final day of this signs motif, I pledge to continue to be aware of signs around me. And I give you this classic song about Signs!!

https://youtu.be/uYsBDmqJfjQ

Christmas Signs

the 28th and last day of Advent, 12/24/2016, was a wonderfully busy day.  There were many times, during this day, that I was exhausted, but it was the good exhausted fueled by the traditions of family, friends, church, music, and neighbors.  What a wonderful day filled with all of these things, all signs of a hopeful tomorrow and signs of what is right with our lives.  Family, friends, church, music, neighbors....that's what Christmas means to me!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtgGBgpNcIo

Signs in the Lights!

All Advent, I have loved driving around Oaklyn and seeing the Christmas Light displays on people's houses.  Day #27 (isn't 27 an awesome number?  3^3!) was even better, after an awesome dinner (Jalapenos) and movie (ROGUE ONE, See it!), we drove our friends around many of the streets and had a light show tour!  Amazing!  Great way to spend Christmas Eve, Eve.  Signs of many important things....family...friends....Christmas spirit....neighbors.....they all light up my life!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjAUVo43KKA

Home Signs

Advent Day #26 and Christmas is soon approaching.  Did not have a bad day outside of my home today, but the best part of the day was once we were all home.  Sarah baking cookies, kids decorating the cookies (as a break from homework), Eagles on the TV.....signs of happiness in Our House.  It's Madness!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXA6CLTDekw

Positive Signs

12/21/2016 was the 25th day of Advent and also the Winter Solstice.  What is most important is that, even though it is the shortest daylight of the year, this means that each day, for the next six months will be LONGER.  As I said to a friend today, I feel the need to look for positive signs in my life and in the world.  I know things seem crazy and that the craziness could get one down, but I think accentuating the positive is the way to go.  Find those positive signs and place them at the forefront.  Aretha agrees.  Here's to the longer daylight days to come!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4IP9h40z0sk

Muddy Signs

Some Advent Days, signs are harder to discern than others.  So, tonight on 12/20/2106, as I get ready to turn in, I have to admit I had to Google for some ideas.... I mean, the day went really well, after a nice day at work, and watching Alexa play basketball (she started for JV AND Varsity!), and attending the Oaklyn BOE Meeting, I had another nice family evening at home.  As we approach the end of the year, things seem to be falling into place.  Advent Day #24 is also National Mudd Day. OK, I didn't know who Dr. Samuel Mudd was either, but Google him, it's an interesting story.  So, to celebrate Dr. Mudd, and to celebrate things falling into place, let's listen to a song from Muddy Waters about Mojo!  Have a great night all!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aI_JFcrTooM

Signs in School

In a Parent/Teacher Conference during the 23rd day of Advent, I had a sign of the progress my kids have made in school this year.  Education is so important to me and I appreciate the teachers and how hard they work for and with our kids.  I also am thankful for the hard work of my kids.  Even on 12/19/16, with Christmas Break in sight, they are still working hard and making us proud.  To celebrate the days in OPS, I give you this Chuck Berry song.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHG5-GxI_Es