By Merry Stahel
This Nativity is from Ecuador. It is carved from the tegua nut, and then sealed. The stable is made from the bark of the same tree. My daughter bought it for me when she was visiting Latin America. It stays out all year in the guest room.
The song: It Came Upon A Midnight Clear by Julie Andrews
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwBajJ3ZFVo
When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring...
I’ve been around Pelican Book Group for a while now, since 2010. Many of you know me, and I’m sure I’m new to others. This is quite different for me, publishing nonfiction. Never in my wildest dreams had I considered writing anything but fiction. Well, monthly blogs....
Who is your favorite author and what is it that really strikes you about their work? I cannot specify one favorite author. There are too many that fill me with emotion as I read. But this year, my favorite is Stephanie Grace Whitson, a dear friend and historical...