“All great beginnings start in the dark, when the moon greets you to a new day at midnight.” ― Shannon L. Alder
Author Archives: Espirational
It’s Always a New Day
“Thank you, God, for this good life and forgive us if we do not love it enough.” Garrison Keillor I think we focus way too much on January 1st, especially as a day to declare our intention to make changes in our lives. How many New Years resoultions have you actually kept? Do you evenContinue reading “It’s Always a New Day”
New Year’s Eve
My New Year’s Eve posts are usually abour Prayer. Praying in the New Year is something I believe in. This post originally appeared in 2014. Please join me as On This New Years Eve we Pray for Peace. The last day of the year as we prepare to welcome in a brand new year fullContinue reading “New Year’s Eve”
Good News Day
Hard as I tried I could not find a celebration that seemed to fit today. All the other days of December were filled, except this one. So I decided to create my own. I am declaring today, December 30th Good News Day. I’m sure we could all use some good news. And there are stillContinue reading “Good News Day”
International Cello Day
This is the day cellists and composers celebrate the memory of world renowned cellist Pablo Casals who was born on this day in 1876. Although I studied the violin in my younger days I have always loved the mellow tones of the cello. Please enjoy this old colorized recording of him playing the Bach BourréeContinue reading “International Cello Day”
Call a Friend Day
This is a good day to connect with friends (or family) you mght not have seen for awhile. It is always good to hear a voice you haven’t heard recently and catch up on what’s going on in your lives. We live in a time when people are more connected and also more isolated thaContinue reading “Call a Friend Day”
Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day
Don’t you love paper snowflakes? This is a great project for all ages. Children love this, but aren’t we all kids at heart? So grab a sheet of white paper and a pair of scissors and make it snow! Remember blunt tipped scissors with adult supervision and help for the littles. For more information visit:Continue reading “Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day”
Kwanza Begins
Genies Note: This is a reposting of an earlier Kwanzaa post. This had to be heavily researched, because I do not have personal experience with this holiday. Do you celebrate Kwanzaa? Please share you celebration with us in the comments below. Kwanzaa begins today and is celebrated every night ending on January 1. You may be asking, whatContinue reading “Kwanza Begins”
Christmas Gift Suggestions
“Christmas gift suggestions: To your enemy, forgiveness. To an opponent, tolerance. To a friend, your heart. To a customer, service. To all, charity. To every child, a good example. To yourself, respect.” — Oren Arnold
Christmas Eve
I love Christmas Eve. Over the years Bob and I have made a tradition of attending Christmas Eve Services. The buildings have ranged from a converted factory to an history cathedral. Music has included magnificent organs, rock and roll bands, strings, choirs, soloists and a mariachi band. The ancient words have been spoken in Latin, English andContinue reading “Christmas Eve”
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