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I’m sitting alone in a peacefully still room, in front of a stove with glowing-amber embers. I am so grateful for this quiet space each week: the cozy sense of safety the fireplace brings. I hadn’t imagined how strongly it would draw me here each Sunday: how much it could bring our family into a room and slow us down, just a little bit. My kids are young now, but I look forward to family intimacy and pondering big things together as we gather for warmth and glow.

First published 2025-10-05