Carl Lance

Accept your Gifts

That was easy for my grandson! Grandma bought him a laser tag set and he immediately opened the package. He recruited his sisters, who had their own presents, to play with him and his gift. At 13 years old, he received mostly “teenager gifts,” but the kid in him still wants to play. Grandma’s gift […]

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The Reason For The Season

     With Christmas upon us it can be hard to find “the reason for the season.” Colorful lights and decorations adorn homes and businesses.  Christmas trees are everywhere.  Looking at the displays, the reason could be snowmen, cartoon characters, or may have something to do with Santa, elves and reindeer.        Stores compete for your

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A Quiet Christmas

…and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. Having no mice is a good thing and after a busy day I don’t mind some peace and quiet, but it was too quiet in our place this Christmas. We have been in Beijing for 5 months and I stayed in

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Poor Little Baby

(A Skit) A Bethlehem businessman is talking with an angel as they stand in front of the stable: (Businessman) Poor little baby… (Angel) He is a King (Businessman) I will build him a palace… (Angel) He has come to serve (Businessman) Then let him serve me… (Angel) He is the Messiah (Businessman) I will fight for

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Christmas Gifts

     My grandson spent the weekend with us so we could take him to buy Christmas gifts for his sisters and parents.  Grandma is a world class shopper, so I thought she would help Peanut with his shopping.  I was surprised when she went off to look for jeans and told me to help him

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