SBJ, I am always so happy to see you wherever you pop up.

I keep trying to do stuff based on Charlyne from Rejoice's devotionals on that at every holiday. Mostly I get too overwhelmed and tired but I always manage to do something for every holiday. Definitely need a man to do the lights -- I was just looking at the icicle lights, which I love, but there is just no way I can figure out how to get up high to do those.

Or maybe there is. I should be inspired by you guys!

Your wife decorating last year really gave me pause. That must have been wonderful and yet so confusing when it didn't prove to signal her return thereafter. (At least then, hopefully the pendulum will swing back again.) MLC sure is painful to bear. Good for you for being open and patient.

I believe I will see the bounty of the Lord in the land of the living.
Wait for the Lord with courage.
Be stouthearted, and wait for the Lord.