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Harvard professor George Vaillant identifies resiliency as a significant characteristic of people who navigate the different seasons of life from birth to old age. In his book Aging Well he writes, 'Resilient people are like a twig with a fresh, green, living core. When twisted out of shape the twig bends but it doesn't break; instead it springs back and continues growing.' That's an excellent description of perseverance. We must not become dry, brittle and inflexible. We must draw on God's grace and endeavour to bounce back no matter how we feel.

Perseverance means: 1) Succeeding because you're determined to, not because you're entitled to. Achievers don't sit back and wait for success because they think the world 'owes them.' No, if you're wise you'll ask God for direction, stand firm on the word He has given you, go forward and refuse to quit. You must adopt the attitude of the man who said, 'We are determined to win. We'll fight them until hell freezes over, and if we have to, we'll fight them on ice.' Recalling the trials he'd faced, Paul said: '"I started, and I'm going to finish. I've worked much harder, been jailed more often, beaten up more times than I can count, and at death's door...And that's not the half of it"' (2 Corinthians 11:23-28 TM). One word describes Paul; relentless.

Well, the fabric is flying in the studio, and the Andalucia set is finished! This fabric should be a marvelous seller for designer Patty Young. It has an extremely soft hand, and vivid colors!

Here's a quick look at some traditional Christmas food we enjoy every year. Pierogies are a Ukranian dish, I believe. They are basically dough filled with potatoes, saurkraut, cheese or whatever you please.

Here is a short video (religious in nature) for those who celebrate Christmas to enjoy. The very last scene is my all-time favorite:
(I'll need you to copy and paste the URL into your browser. It wouldn't link up for me. Thanks:)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1oHJR2g7Tw