by Debby Efurd | Dec 17, 2018 | The Second Mile
In case you didn’t know, Christmas is fast approaching. The stores have been announcing its arrival since July. If only I could hear more “Merry Christmas” and less “Happy Holidays,” with a stronger emphasis on giving than on receiving, I’d be a happy camper. ...
by Debby Efurd | Dec 26, 2017 | The Second Mile
Christmas is a time of merriment and festivities – family, friends, food – gifts galore. Sadly, though, Christmas can be a time when loved ones no longer with us are missed so much. I was reminded about one family this year who will celebrate Christmas after losing 9...
by Debby Efurd | Dec 20, 2017 | The Second Mile
Shortly after moving to East Texas, hubby and I found a church to attend. Then our new pastor showed up (young and brings great sermons each week). We recently began a new sermon series, “Heaven on Earth,” which brought a lot to mind for this Christmas season. The...
by Debby Efurd | Dec 13, 2017 | The Second Mile
We’ve been in a flurry of activity at the farm preparing for winter, for Christmas parties, and for a huge family Christmas. I’ve had my daily to-do’s written down on my phone and checking each job off the list as they’re completed (and don’t worry, haven’t forgotten...
by Debby Efurd | Dec 25, 2016 | The Second Mile
Many moons ago I heard a lecture by Hal Lindsey, author of The Late Great Planet Earth (and numerous other great books). He said, “Man can live about forty days without food, about three days without water, about eight minutes without air…but only for one...
by Debby Efurd | Dec 24, 2015 | The Second Mile
A friend gave us the perfect Christmas gift … a blessings jar. I told her I was placing it front and center so I can see it everyday as a reminder to practice gratitude instead of grumbling (I tend to grumble a lot). I used it for the first time yesterday. I...
