Happy New Year, Dear Reader! I hope your gatherings and celebrations were spectacular, and that you are looking forward to an equally spectacular year.
 El Shaddai, Lord God Almighty, you are ever faithful! You promised I would see your Son made manifest among us, and He's here! I praise your name for your goodness and faithfulness to your promises.
Lord God, we have wandered near and far, searching for what only you can give. We have sought redemption through empty words and useless actions. Forgive us for our weakness and lack of faith. Thank you, El Shaddai, for loving us anyway! Thank you for seeing the frailty of your children, and choosing to send us a Savior...Your only begotten Son! Thank you for the example He will give of loving you first, and each other second. Hallelujah and Amen! Jehovah God, I know I'm just the messenger, but this girl is so young. This gift is so wondrous, but it comes with great trials and sorrow. How will she ever be able to bear all that it will bring?
I know, I know. It's not my job to worry. Sometimes it's hard for me to stay in my lane. I see the joy, the absolute rapture your word can give your children, Father, really I do. But you've given me the ability to also glimpse beyond the moment. Forgive me, Lord, for letting the frailness of their humanity become a distorted lens for your greatness. Thank you for letting me be a part of your plan, and the blessing that comes with it. El Shaddai, our Heavenly Father! You have seen my deepest longing, and you have answered my prayer. In your great love, as a parent for His child, you have listened to the heart of your daughter. You have come near and blessed me.
Can my spirit praise your name any more, El Shaddai, or be filled with greater joy? I do not know how to thank you for the gift you have placed within me. I do not deserve your grace. Help me nurture and encourage this child to be all you are creating him to be.  Is there a veteran in your life, Dear Reader? Do you think your personal perspective is influenced by that relationship?
For years I was convinced that being raised by a World War II vet was the most powerful influence in my life... I was wrong. This has been a year for the record books in a lot of ways, hasn't it, Dear Reader? There's been a lot of passion on so many topics. It's also given us an opportunity to reflect on patriotism.
I love how Merriam-Webster defines patriot:  Dear Aunt Nell,
It's that time of year when I start searching for just the right photo to share with family and friends in holiday greetings. I love looking at family pics, don't you?  Dear Reader, have you noticed that sometimes the biggest insights come from the youngest philosophers. You know, the whole "out of the mouths of babes" thing?
 ************************ collaboration: to work jointly with others ************************ Have you been to a quilting bee, Dear Reader? I haven't, but I've seen the incredible work they produce. Just the idea of gathering and working toward a beautiful purpose with like-minded women is inspiring.
**************************** obedience: an act or instance of obeying, submission **************************** Dear Reader, have you ever wondered what life would be like if Jesus hadn't obeyed His Father's will to sacrifice His human life for our everlasting ones?
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