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Christmas. It’s SO not about the Children
If the radio, TV, movie theaters, and Facebook are on target, then Christmas is full of loving, laughing families, fireplaces, the best gifts ever, and last-minute miracles. And, there’s some of that, of course. But around the world and even in the next room, Christmas looks quite different for millions of us. This Christmas Eve …[ read more ]
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Old Soldiers Never Die (A Christmas Story for Warriors)
“Grandma’s been hearing critters in that attic. See anything, boy?” Howard took a step up the ladder, wincing when it creaked. Alice hollered. “Not one more move, Howard. You leave it to Tommy.” “Fine.” He grimaced but then Tommy’s feet appeared. “You got something?” “No squirrels, but I found this.” He passed down a rectangular …[ read more ]