Tag Archives: Christmas

Waiting for the kids and thinking of my mother

Posted on December 31, 2020 by tedmanzer

Christmastime is a great time for reflection. I’m waiting for my kids to come, and I remember when each arrived for the first time. When Daniel was born, we were new to the whole thing. We got in a hurry. … Continue reading →

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The holiday season in the high-tech era

Posted on January 8, 2020 by tedmanzer

All the children were happy to be out of school. It’s probably a good thing that most folks have unlimited minutes and data plans. I remember the bag phone days when each minute cost about 50 cents whether you made … Continue reading →

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Creating family traditions strengthens Christmas memories

Posted on December 26, 2016 by tedmanzer

Everyone knows the reason we celebrate Christmas. We must never forget Christ is the reason, but every family can make the season personal by enjoying certain foods and activities that make us think of Christmas. What may become a tradition … Continue reading →

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Mincemeat is an old time favorite that has evolved over time

Posted on March 1, 2015 by tedmanzer

When I was a kid my mom made mincemeat every fall during productive deer seasons. She used neck meat, which is gelatinous and full of gristle. This doesn’t sound appetizing, but it always made good mincemeat. When you say mincemeat … Continue reading →

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Appalachian Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2012 by tedmanzer

Sometimes our fondest memories are simple things that didn’t cost much. I know they are for me, because Christmas doesn’t come from a store. My wife is from rural West Virginia. Her parents were tenant farmers, meaning they worked long … Continue reading →

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