Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Yes, I am one of the unfortunate ones who will be spending my Christmas day waiting for people to forget it's my birthday. It really doesn't bother me all that much because I've grown accustomed to it since the day I was born. Like all birthday boys and girls … Continue reading Very Few Wish Me A Happy Birthday On Christmas Day
Category: Christmas
Don’t Be A Miser This Christmas
Image by kirillslov from Pixabay Riches are inappropriate for a small-minded person; and of what use is wealth to a miser? what he denies himself he collects for others; and others will live in luxury on his goods. if one is mean to himself, to whom will he be generous?Jesus Ben Sirach:14:3-5 As Christmas approaches … Continue reading Don’t Be A Miser This Christmas
Advent: The Birth Of Christ, His Ancestors And The Significance Of Our Own Family Tree
Image by Please Don't sell My Artwork AS IS from Pixabay This article by Stephen McElligott was first published in Dunleer Parish MagazineWhen we take a glimpse at the Gospel, one of the many chapters we enjoy reading is the genealogy of Jesus in the beginning of Matthew or Luke. . . said no Christian … Continue reading Advent: The Birth Of Christ, His Ancestors And The Significance Of Our Own Family Tree
Don’t Post Your Children’s Christmas Gifts On Social Media
Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay I don't know why people feel the urge to post their children's Christmas gifts on social media. It's basically narcissism, egotistical self-love disguised under the form of presenting to the world their children's apparent "joy" at being given the most expensive things on the planet. There's no problem sharing a … Continue reading Don’t Post Your Children’s Christmas Gifts On Social Media
How To Save Money On Christmas Presents
Image by 3D Animation Production Company from Pixabay In the past, I would have allowed myself to get completely wrapped up in the culture of Christmas gifts. Everything I bought for everyone, especially my own children, had to be brand new direct from the toy store. I don't do that anymore, especially this Christmas whereas … Continue reading How To Save Money On Christmas Presents
