Monthly Archives: December 2010

Being grateful

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Laura Navarro

I have a whole page (that I will go update as soon as I finish this post) on gratitude. With Thanksgiving (the name gives it away), and then Christmas (such good news in the birth of a baby, a Savior!), … Continue reading →

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And so the need for great faith in a Great God

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Laura Navarro

The first week I was here at Alison’s, after David left, I came across the book Fresh Faith by Jim Cymbala (Brooklyn Tabernacle). I picked it up and read the first chapter that week and was struck by the imagery … Continue reading →

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From great desire comes great frustration

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Laura Navarro

I have a need to be understood. And when I am misunderstood, I am very frustrated and hurt. The level of hurt depends on the person misunderstanding me, but it is always painful. One of the few plot points that … Continue reading →

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On Christmas gifts and memories

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Laura Navarro

I got what I wanted for Christmas! (Of course, it helps that I ripped the page out of World Magazine with the review of the Cirque de Soleil Elvis album and handed it to Anthony with the words – “This … Continue reading →

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Reading ahead!

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Laura Navarro

I planned my reading in 2009 to a great level of detail, then in 2010 I was much more open, knowing it would just happen. One blog I love following is Read 52 Books in 52 Weeks. That’s a moderate … Continue reading →

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Christmas is coming

Posted on December 11, 2010 by Laura Navarro

This is not a real cheerful Christmas this year, as we struggle to understand and move forward with the results of Anthony’s brother’s actions. But it is still a joyful season. We are saved and secure, no matter what happens … Continue reading →

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You have every right to be very angry

Posted on December 4, 2010 by Laura Navarro

It’s a great line. It falls under the concept of allowing the other person’s feelings to be validated as real, and accepting that the person feels that way is a good step toward opening communication back up. But the next … Continue reading →

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