Lord, we thank You for sending Jesus, the Light that destroys every work of darkness. This Christmas, let His fire break every chain and His peace fill every home. May His presence rule over our families with power and protection. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Hope you all had a lovely Christmas! Did you get stuffed with Turkey?? I know some haven't had their family time yet but for those who did, what did you end up doing??? Did you eat too much? Play games? Tell us everything!! I'm curious of all the different traditions!!

Hey ladies, I am struggling. Many of you may or may not know that I am a new Christian, I am just a baby, learning how to walk again. Which I love. I've been like a sponge, soaking up knowledge and wisdom from the word, this community, bible study etc This week my faith, my knowledge, my wisdom has been tested greatly. I am in LA visiting my father his gf my aunt and my brother. Its been really hard. Ive never experienced such a negative repsond about my faith and my love for Jesus. Mayb mean and hurtful things have been said, ive been shut down, silenced. I keep trying to return to Christ but in the moment it can be so hard. Im trying to shine His light through me but I can feel myself being weighed down..please ladies pray for protection of my soul. Pray that I continue to be bold on my walk and continue to speak the name of Jesus. Im feeling very drained, I need him. I hope this makes sense. I feel the enemy attacking me every where I turn. I need you guys. Thank you

It seems hard to realize all that has happened in one week. Start off on the positive: last Sunday while talking with friend over dinner, God gave me an ah-ha moment and clearly outlined the 'format of each chapter' I am to write. Wow and wow again. In awe! So excited to start again. On Monday, a friend brought here adult son to my house, took me to Canadian Tire where she helped $ - for me to buy a new car battery and her son installed it. I am now mobile again, after clear instructions to start the car twice a day if the temps are -5c or lower. Good to know. What a blessing. But then... Monday, Dec 8th, was the 3rd anniversary that Dennis (late husband) was admitted to hospital, with a brain tumor, never to return home again. Monday night, the friend that helped with the car battery text me that our mutual friend had died in palliative care, for a Brain Lesion. Tuesday morning, 3am PST, my brother-in-law had a stroke, Brain Clot, and air ambulance from his home town to Vancouver General. I texted the prayer warriors I know and left it with them. He lived through two stroke procedures, yesterday he was transitioned from ICU to a ward, now waiting for transportation to pick him up and take him back to local hospital for further treatment and rehab. Most of week, little sleep, texting with sister through out the night on Tuesday and days following. Wednesday, I got a call and registered to attend a Grief Support group in May 2026 at PCN via doctor request, filled out forms, interview from ? on the 23 Dec to see if I am a good fit, interesting. Thursday: Zoom meeting with two ladies: explaining what W2W (widow 2 widow) meeting were and the church we were talking to are on board, to have one perhaps or to co-operate in sharing information. Friday- I have recently finished course modules for becoming a Grief Support facilitator through Connection Streams (W2W) and had my interview on Friday, to see if I was a good fit, LOL. Unlike PCN, it is a Christian organization. Group will not be until Fall 2026, so lots of time for reading and training; other group experience.

Merry Christmas!! But..... Before the noise. Before the expectations. Before the gatherings, the cooking, the memories — both sweet and tender. 💫 Let this moment be a gentle pause.... You don’t have to perform this season. You don’t have to make it magical. 💪 And you don’t have to hold everyone together! If all you do over the next couple of days is breathe, be present, and stay soft toward your own heart — that is enough.💕 🙏🙌 I'm praying peace over your homes, rest over your bodies, and grace over your emotions as you step into Christmas. Catch ya after the holdays!!— where we can share whatever this season held, together! Be salty & stay lit. Have a beautiful Christmas 🙌 Robin 💝