Three weeks ago Heather and I celebrated our ten year wedding anniversary. She reminded me of a tradition we started in our first year of marriage — no matter how busy we get during the stretch of time between Thanksgiving and Christmas, we stop long enough to watch Jimmy Stewart play the unforgettable role of George Bailey in the movie It’s a Wonderful Life. So for the tenth year in a row, we continued our annual tradition. No matter how many times you may have seen It’s a Wonderful Life, I encourage you to take the time to watch it again. The lessons are powerful, and you will be reminded of your significance to this world. I have written an e-newsletter sharing the lessons I learn every y
In 2007 a Christmas family-comedy titled Fred Claus was released. The movie starred Vince Vaughn, the bitter older brother of Santa Claus. One year Santa couldn’t fulfill his duties, and Fred steps in to get the job done on Christmas Eve. Before he leaves, he says this to Santa: “You know, Nick, there’s been one thing that’s been eatin’ at me since I got here. That naughty-nice list that you got? There’s no naughty kids, Nick. They’re all good kids. Some of ‘em are scared and some of ‘em don’t feel listened to. Some of ‘em had some pretty tough breaks, too. But every kid deserves a present on Christmas.” I can remember the joy of opening presents as a child, and it saddens me to think of a s
