Almost 16 years ago I left a job that I loved – teaching young children with and without disabilities in an inclusive classroom- and I began the most rewarding and challenging job of my life- being mom to Fritz, Bessie and Catherine. As my life with kids began, my life with the church grew even …
There’s a lot of “holly, jollying” associated with Christmas. “Merry Christmas!” has become a rallying cry for some, but even if not, “Happy Holidays!” is the standard greeting. “It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” but not for everyone. For some, Christmas is a terrible time—bringing a sense of loneliness, of inadequacy, of regret. …
