Ranch Raised

We are blessed to live this way. We are blessed to see the Lord all around us. And I hope we all never lose sight of all that we are given 364 days a year, in addition to Christmas day! 

Just knowing that we have made the turn and are headed towards longer days, even if it is for a mere few minutes a day is just the physiological boost we need. 

Maybe it is my sentimental heart or my longing to hold tight to past traditions, but I still love the idea of baking Christmas cookies to share with those we love and adore.

Lately, I have felt the pull to become more grounded and settled, which with four busy kids under my roof, seems like this would be a pretty unlikely time to slow down. 

We may not be an area flush with big shopping malls, neon lights and fast food joints but we have a Bookmobile and for that I am so grateful to live where we do!

What shopping locally saves me in time and energy is valuable. What shopping locally returns in value to my community is priceless.

As I started the month of giving last week talking about not stressing over giving people physical presents but instead giving the gift of your time. I promised to bring you great ideas all month and hopefully something will spark an idea that works for you!

The pressures of keeping pace with the world around us gets most people sucked into the vortex of life and then spits them out on the other end bruised and battered. 

I encourage you to look for community activities taking place in your area this holiday season and to take part as either a volunteer or a supporter with your presence, neither of which cost a dime, but instead create a richness in your heart while making memories.