Month: November 2021

The “X” in “Xmas”

This article explains that the “X” in “Xmas” actually has a fascinating history even though the word XMas is commonly associated with trends towards materialism in advertisements. http://blog.dictionary.com/xmas-christogram/ It was first used in the 1500’s. The Greek letter, “X” is actually chi, which means Christ. “mas” is the Old English word for “mass”, a church…


“Violet Hill” by Coldplay

https://youtu.be/PvpWJhxp8m4 My favorite line in the song is, “If you love me, won’t you let me know.” It reminds us that, if you love someone, you should tell them and show them that you love them. 


Hope

Today is the first day of Advent. We light the first candle of the Advent wreath to symbolize hope as we say a prayer today. Today we remember the prophets who foretold the birth of Christ. May we all feel the anticipation a d hope of this season. God said “let there be light” and,…


Christmas Ornaments

If you could find and pick any ornament to hang up on your tree or anywhere else for Christmas what kind of ornaments would you get? I have some ideas about what kinds of ornaments I would like. 1. snowflakes 2. personalized ornament figurines 3. Christmas fairy 4. bell 5. treat filled ornaments 6. candy…


“Once Upon A December”

“Once Upon A December” This song is about the feelings that Princess Anastasia experiences while trying to figure out who she is. She believes her present life is not who she really is and is trying to remember what her, once, happy life was like. Dancing bears painted wings,Things I almost remember,And a song someone…


Kyrie Eleison

This beautiful song used to be played in Christian churches during Harvest celebrations and Advent.


The Risk of Posting Underwear Pictures

I believe that it is amazing that underwear models are able to do what they do despite the risk of being stalked. However, I feel worried and disappointed when I see women posting pictures of themselves online wearing only underwear. Women who do this should not be surprised when people start posting things like, “tits…


Pleiades Star Cluster

This icy-blue star cluster has been one that I have loved since I was a child. The Pleiades cluster forms a V-shaped pattern in the constellation of Taurus the bull where the face is. After careful examination on a moonless night, most people can see 6 or 7 stars in this cluster. One of the…


Camembert Cheese

A long time ago in Europe, my husband discovered a soft, creamy, French cheese called Camembert. This cheese has a delicate, salty taste and a clear, yellow color. It is often eaten as a snack and tastes great when served with fruits and nuts at room temperature. It is very interesting. It has a white…


The Sad Thing About Being In Love

Sometimes you can get struck by the transient nature of everything. One day all life and moments of love will end. When stricken, I think of this poem: Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good NightDo not go gentle into that good night,Old age should burn and rave at close of day;Rage, rage against the…