daily life as life goes on . . .

Well, we will probably have our daughter, her husband and children; our son; my sister and some of her kids; and how many others for a “Christmas dinner” – we’ll see!  That is still being decided.

Now, of course, that means preparation.  So we checked out the freezer tonight.  Amazing what you find under and in the midst of other items.  Buns beside steaks, Naniamo bars beside . . . who cares, as long as there are Naniamo bars!

It’s been awhile since we’ve had all of this gang together at Christmas.  Should be good!

Now, this seems a rather weird idea!

We are literally hours away from the official first day of winter.  In this country we would be acclimated to the freezing weather already!  Except, the weather has been above freezing off and on for the last while.  Christmas day may find us basking in sunlight and out looking at fields that are stubble covered without snow!

Today I took both of our cars and washed them.  There is more slush than ice on our streets.  And more forecasts of possible rain than snow.  That is weird.

In the midst of this adventure I found that the tire pressures were slightly off and one windshield wiper was inoperable.  Good time to find out – I’d hate to be dealing with this in 40 below weather.

And so, there I stood outside pumping up tires and replacing wiper blades without needing gloves. 

I’m thankful!  And I must admit – I think God has a real sense of humor!!

Well, the most I can say is, “wonderful.”

With a line-up of dozens, the program came off without a hitch.  OK, a few times things were not as planned, but there was laughter and acceptance and the story of Jesus.  That’s all you can ask for.

My favourite?   A piece of music with a crystal clear soprano of a grade seven student, a piano accompaniment and an oboe creating sound waves of delectable proportions.  OK, there were other favourites of music – and a play that worked really well.  Can’t really just pinpoint one!!

And tonight to top it all off, a Christmas carol singing time with around 50 seniors.

Now we are winding down at home.  A day of praise, rest and relaxation.  What I would call a sabbath!

Well, the rehearsals and preparation are behind us.  Tomorrow we hit the road with our Christmas program.

If you are around Kindersley here’s it is:

Kindersley Alliance Church

74 West Road

11:oo am with lunch to follow

ADMISSION is free – and we have some seats still available.  Feel free to drop in!!