Under the my pic it reads: One of the highlights of my year is to pack gift-filled shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. I do several boxes with my parents, and coordinate it at my work. It’s a blessing to help bring the joy of Christmas to a boy or girl who is suffering and in desperate need of a smile.

To the right of the pic: A bit about me…

• Mitford alias: kindred_spirit
• Joined the Mitford porch June 2001
• A born-again Christian who is passionate about serving the Lord.
• Favorite verse: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” – Philippians 4:13
• Research Coordinator at University of Manitoba in Winnipeg

Text with the map:

• Canada Capital: Ottawa, Ontario
• 2nd Largest country in the world
• Became a country July 1, 1867 (called Canada Day)
• Has 10 provinces and 3 territories
• Famous for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)

• Winnipeg, Manitoba
• Provincial capital
• Geographic centre of North America
• Located at junction of the Red & Assiniboine Rivers
• Population of 702,396

The note about Mitford: Discovering Mitford was like finding a retreat – a simpler time and place when I need a bit of an escape from the stresses of life. I appreciate the godly wisdom and the caring down-to-earth approach of Father Tim, and the quirkiness of his fellow villagers. This series makes for the perfect read – it warms the heart, inspires the soul, and tickles the funny bone! Thank you Ms. Karon!

The quote with the mitford pic: Make me a blessing to someone today.