We just got nailed with a nasty blizzard here in Colorado Springs. 24 inches of snow, 5-6 foot snow drifts, airports closed, Interstates closed – and yes, we had the throw-up bug running around in full force last night! What a blessing. It took me all day to attempt to dig out of our driveway. Emily’s sister is supposed to be here in the morning so we’re throwing up major prayers that happens. The Denver airport is shut down until noon – at least that’s what they say.

Tonight, as am sitting in my warm house surrounded by people I love, I can’t help but to think of the millions of orphans in the world that will never experience what I’m experiencing. Listen, I don’t feel guilty, I’m thankful for my life, it just always helps me to remember the ‘other side’  which is reality for many children. Last year UN statistics said there would be over 108 million orphans in the world by the year 2010. This year the number has been increased – over 143 million. That’s half the population of the United States. It will get worse in the coming years, I promise you.

This holiday, as you are around your table and enjoying family and friends, just say a prayer for orphans who will never have the chance to experience what we are experiencing. That’s all. Compassion starts by remembering – remembering leads to action. Remember them, and see what happens.

By the way, I’ll be posting pictures throughout the holidays of the family and Christmas. Stay tuned. And Merry Christmas to all of you. I really hope it’s the best Christmas ever!