Tag Archives: acceptance

The one about the Doll

Posted on February 4, 2018 by honestaboutmyfaith

When they were younger, one of my children owned a doll that they took everywhere. Towards the end of her stay with us the Doll was fairly broken. She had seen better days, her hair was matted and one of … Continue reading →

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When the Elf on Shelf met Jesus

Posted on December 23, 2017 by honestaboutmyfaith

Can you spot the character who seems out of place in this nativity scene? This year we have had an elf on the shelf stay with us. Each day when our children wake up the Elf can be found in unusual … Continue reading →

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The one about Looking Clean and Shiny

Posted on July 6, 2016 by honestaboutmyfaith

So, I drove my son to Prom a few weeks ago and this meant that our car got a wash for the first time in nearly a year. This got me thinking about how some people feel the need to … Continue reading →

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The One About The Red Carpet

Posted on October 27, 2015 by honestaboutmyfaith

So, yesterday it was the world premiere of the new James Bond film, Spectre and there was a red carpet to greet and welcome the people who had a ticket. A red carpet sends out the message to the people invited that they are special and important. As … Continue reading →

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Godparents or Guideparents?

Posted on September 29, 2014 by honestaboutmyfaith

I had the privilege of leading a service of blessing for two lovely children during the weekend. The family involved had some friends who they wanted to be Godparents but who aren’t Christians. As I understand it they were willing … Continue reading →

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The one where my daughter was well behaved

Posted on May 23, 2014 by honestaboutmyfaith

I have a daughter who has special needs who we home school. I had an appointment with a financial advisor today and needed to take her with me, so I packed an mp3 player and headphones and we made it … Continue reading →

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