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It snowed last night. Snow is a curse. Snow is evil. Snow is what happens when the atmosphere solidifies and falls on your head.
To all expectant moms, I’d like to say: Welcome to the New Normal.
Winter is clearly here, but it's not just the weather that's been getting colder. Some recent news stories reveal a good amount of frost seeping into society, as well.
This year I’m asking extra help from God on the requisite “get in shape” resolution. I’m praying for the metabolism of a hummingbird. Is that so wrong?
Here it is, as concise as I can make it: 10 rules that will see you (and me) through 2009 and beyond.

Faith

Men and Public Prayer

December 29, 2008
No question directed to a man is so apt to cause tremors, nausea, or the sudden recollection of a previous engagement than, “would you mind saying the prayer?”

10 Great Christmas Movies and the Lessons They Teach

December 17, 2008
In the spirit of Christmas, here are 10 great Christmas movies worth revisiting for the joy they bring and enjoys the truths they offer.

Nativity Herd But Not Scene

December 10, 2008
Our nativity scene is considered "collectible," with new pieces issued every year. The cast of the actual Nativity is so limited, but our ever expanding collection says a lot about how baby Jesus was born into the world.

Storm Windows

November 13, 2008
It’s time to put up the storm windows. And hunker down for a new era.

Inside Hundreds Of Little Boxes, And Some Big Ones Too

October 29, 2008
The very existence of The Container Store tells me there's something seriously wrong with modern life.

Changes

October 22, 2008
This election is not so much the great work of the Democratic Party, as it is a direct repudiation of the Republican right.

Why Halloween Makes Me Want to Join a Different Club

October 06, 2008
I saw a billboard for a church-sponsored haunted house called "House of Judgment." Apparently, people actually pay money to be judged.

The Best Part of the Liver

September 11, 2008
I had the bright idea to read the Bible from cover to cover with my young kids. Out loud. Genesis and Exodus weren't bad ... then came Leviticus.

Stuff Wars

September 09, 2008
I have now declared war against the ludicrous influx of stuff into our home and lives. As a mom, I consider it a just war born of moral duty to my children. As a person of faith, I consider it a holy war.

Not-So-Quiet Time

September 05, 2008
I guess there’s nothing really wrong with the phrase “quiet time,” and it may accurately describe some Christians’ personal moments with God. But it doesn’t apply to me.