One of my this-month’s-resolutions (year resolutions are just not my thing) is derived from a poem you may know. Have you read the first stanza of that old classic poem about Old Mother Hubbard and her zany pup? via Well, I have no dog, and I don’t keep the cat food in the cupboard, soContinue reading “Bare it All: Taking the Mother Hubbard Challenge”
Author Archives: Abby
The New York Sun[Shine!]
via Some of you may have read or seen the somewhat-recently popularized newsstory of young Virginia O’Hanlon. There’s a movie and book that came out not too long ago documenting the story in an endearingly artistic way. As I’ve mentioned before, the 2009 movie Yes, Virginia is the story of a young girl questioning the existence of Santa Claus.Continue reading “The New York Sun[Shine!]”
Psalmody: A Benediction
In the spirit of this wonderful Christmas season, when I am reminded of what abundant blessings are in this life, I want to share another psalm/hymn from the old church Psalmody I found tucked away in my parents home! One of the most beautiful elements that I love about this benediction is the emphasis onContinue reading “Psalmody: A Benediction”
Not Your Average Christmas Special
I know I’ve mentioned my love of Christmas Television . . . well, there is one movie that doesn’t get as much positive holiday PR as your typical Christmas special. Nonetheless, it is worth mentioning, particularly if you’re in the mood for a little holiday action movie goodness. Die Hard Don’t believe me that thisContinue reading “Not Your Average Christmas Special”
Christmas Music!
In my family, growing up, it was treasonous to listen to Christmas music before Thanksgiving. For some reason, even though I hated this as a kid, it’s something I hold to pretty firmly in adulthood. Thanksgiving deserves to be observed without Christmas getting all up in its business, you know? via That said, once theContinue reading “Christmas Music!”
Good Tid(y)ings for Comfort and Joy!
You know what they say: Unfortunately for me, they also say something else. . . So, I guess that means that creativity is my consolation-prize for being a low-level slob? Don’t get me wrong, I like a clean home . . . hell will freeze over before dishes pile up over weeks in the sink,Continue reading “Good Tid(y)ings for Comfort and Joy!”
Christmastime in France
This was written in 2007, when I was living in the South of France. Sometimes the air is so cold, it shocks. Like a scary movie, it crept up. And now, in beautiful Aix-en-Provence, where the earth is brick red and the sky is always blue, the Mistral has arrived. That northerly whimsical wind thatContinue reading “Christmastime in France”
More. (Macklemore)
The more I hear of Macklemore, the more I appreciate his artistry. . .
John Green: The Musical?
Me: I watch this French video blog sometimes – Student A: Wait, is that John Green? Student B: Would that be John Vert? Student C: That sounds too much like Javert. Me: Imagine John Green as Javert! Student C: That would’ve made Les Misérables an even better movie! Me: (internally)
Flashback: Holidays in France
This was written years ago, when I was living in Aix-En-Provence, in 2007. I thought I would share because it was around this time of year that all of the festive Christmassy things began to be rolled out! It is November 26 and still feels practically like summer here in Aix-en-Provence. A bit blustery IContinue reading “Flashback: Holidays in France”
Cakey Hankerson: Great Adventures 