Christmas day was filled with family, friends, food and gifts.  The very best gift this year though arrived a few days after Christmas when we received good news regarding my mother's health.  Working with children whose mother's have died, or in a few cases abandoned them, certainly helps to deepen my appreciation for my own  mother and all of my family.  It was a gift that I could be here with my own family (both immediate and extended) and connect with some friends during these days.  

As the calendar year draws to a close, I want to say thank you to everyone who has been supportive and encouraging of me and of my ministry during this year.                

Happy New Year! Many blessings!