Monthly Archives: December 2016

In Whom We Have Hope

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Ron Gallagher, Ed.S

Just a little heads-up in the beginning to let you know that this post is a bit different from my usual fare. Once in a while, major transitional events throw me into a contemplative mood, and this is one of … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotional, Insights, New Year's | 2 Comments

“And His Name Shall Be Called Wonderful”

Posted on December 24, 2016 by Ron Gallagher, Ed.S

There’s no shortage of evidence depicting our reluctance, and sometimes outright refusal, to acquiesce to the notion of impossibility. In the absence of even the slightest support, something inside us wants to step up and challenge the claim that a … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas, Devotional, Faith, Family, and Culture, Holidays, Insights | Tagged , , | 4 Comments

Blow-Ups … Impressive Maybe — ‘Til You Unplug ‘Em

Posted on December 17, 2016 by Ron Gallagher, Ed.S

It may be said of virtually any bizarre aspect of our increasingly confusing approach to Christmas, “There’s a blow-up for that.” Those inflated outdoor decorations have become another ubiquitous addition to the brightly lit American landscape heralding the arrival of … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas, Faith, Family, and Culture, Holidays, Insights, Right Side Up | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Blow-Ups … Impressive Maybe — ‘Til You Unplug ‘Em

Nobody Wants to See Christmas Lights in the Daytime

Posted on December 10, 2016 by Ron Gallagher, Ed.S

I had never seen lights ‘dance’ before. It was fascinating to sit with the kids as Christmas melodies filled the air and the incredible array of lights spread all over the house, the yard, the trees, and as the specially … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas, Faith, Family, and Culture, Holidays, Insights, Right Side Up | Tagged , , , , | 4 Comments