The challenge of Advent Conspiracy : The story of Christ's birth is a story of promise, hope, and a revolutionary love. So, what happened? What was once a time to celebrate the birth of a savior has somehow turned into a season of stress, traffic jams, and shopping lists. And when it's all over, many of us are left with presents to return, looming debt that will take months to pay off, and this empty feeling of missed purpose. Is this what we really want out of Christmas? What if Christmas became a world-changing event again? Welcome to Advent Conspiracy . Perhaps your Christmas tradition includes something to emphasize the "Reason for the Season". Maybe you've given or received a goat for Christmas (Thanks Aunt Judy!). These are not new ideas in our household but the Advent Conspiracy is encouraging. What more can we do to care for one another in a meaningful way? The needs are all around: Darfur, Congo, China, Haiti, Myanmar, New Orleans... but the needs are ...
In late June/early July, the Goodrows (pictured in front of Sahalie Falls)visited the Northwest with stops in Eugene (with us), Bend (with Grandpa Herc and Georgia) and Washington (with friends). It was great to see Mike's sister Merri, John and Kelty again and especially nice to meet Colden (check it out: "hockey hair", shoots left) for the first time. We managed to pack quite a bit into their visit including a couple birthdays, a little hiking, some ski lift aided mountain (inactive volcano) climbing, some sailing (naturally), a splash of swimming and plenty of hangin out and relaxing. Overall it was one big celebration. At times... several times... we just had to sleep... anywhere we could... anytime we could... What else can we say about the dog days of summer? Good times.
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