Little Shepherd

What then can I give Him, empty as I am?

If I were a shepherd I would bring a lamb;

If I were a wise man, I would do my part;

What then can I give Him?  I must give my heart.

From the song In the Bleak Midwinter

To hear a beautiful rendition of this song from the CD

James Taylor at Christmas, click here.


For last year's Christmas story, click here.

Our young friend and neighbor, Hayden, is the shepherd in the picture.  

We think he makes a really good one.

The texture is Annabelle,

by Kim Klassen.

His Eye is on the Sparrow

Kim Klassen, of The Cafe, recently had a drawing for a gift certificate for The Noisy Cricket, a handcrafted jewelry store on Etsy. I was delighted to be the winner. Christy Moline's jewelry in that store is exquisite and original, as well as being pretty down-to-earth, which suits me well.

For my prize, I chose this beautiful necklace with ancient words of encouragement. I remember my mom singing the words to the song, His Eye is on the Sparrow, and it makes this necklace a special reminder for me.

What is the price of two sparrows--one copper coin? 

But not a single sparrow can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it.  

And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. 

 So don't be afraid; 

you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows. 

Jesus/Matthew 10:29-31

Thanks to Kim for the gift, and for all her fabulous textures, 

and thanks to Christy for her excellent artistry.