Monthly Archives: December 2012

Coming Alongside

Posted on December 19, 2012 by sandi

Given the recent news of late, it’s hard to imagine anything will be very ‘holly and jolly’ this Christmas for residents of Newtown, Connecticut. The effects of this tragedy touch us all and we try hard to make sense of something that makes no … Continue reading →

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On Tofino Time

Posted on December 19, 2012 by sandi

You’d think a December birthday is a hardship and for a kid, you might be right. But for my husband, it’s been perfect timing for a good deal of fun. Somewhere at the end of the fall shoulder season and the … Continue reading →

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Contemplating Christmas

Posted on December 14, 2012 by sandi

December 14, 2012 I am busy at the sewing machine putting the final touches on a couple of Christmas gifts tonight. While my hands guide the fabric my heart guides contemplative space and the process feels good. My thoughts are … Continue reading →

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Space for Waiting

Posted on December 11, 2012 by sandi

This past fall has seen us on the move much more, even, than usual. We both come from rather nomadic people groups so we blame our restlessness on our genetic history and we have seriously considered giving up home ownership … Continue reading →

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