The season of Lent is not always a season of joy, and we can often dissect joy from this time of reflection. Our problem is that our joy is most often tied to our circumstances. Despite the suffering He endured, Jesus' joy remained constant.

Snow or no snow, alone or surrounded, laughter or tears, let the joy of Jesus hold you close this Christmas. As we reflect on the true miracle that we celebrate, may we come to the manger saying “WOOOWWW!!” over and over and over again.

As soon as we entered the park, her eyes lit up. We checked in at Hollywood and Vine restaurant and they took us to our table. Before we could get Josie settled in her highchair, Mickey Mouse was at our table! Here was the moment of truth…

On a mountain in Montana, I was reminded that what you plant and where you plant it matters.