Reflections of Christmas

December 25th is past. Some people are engaged in bargain shopping and gift returning. I didn't do either of those. Instead we enjoyed brunch with Bonnie and Barry, took a nap to try to get rid of colds, and feasted on turkey leftovers. And, inbetween, I've spent some time thinking about "Christmas". These are my thoughts...



Christmas isn't a fancy Christmas Tree, or any tree at all. This little gem sits on the end table at Janet and Terry's; beautiful in its simplicity.

It isn't the boughs of evergreens that adorn the doors and tables this time of year. But they help make the season special.

It isn't the presents that are wrapped with bright colors, even though each one adds a little mystery to Christmas.

It isn't the stockings hung with care or even the nativity set on the shelf in Kaci's home.

Christmas isn't the great food at mom's; although that definitely was enjoyed by these family members.

It isn't even the excitement seen in the eyes of our great grand child, Amariah. Who really did get two more teeth for Christmas and shows them off well, don't you think.

And it isn't the cards that we receive and send, but they do bring smiles. (Thanks, Richard and Debbie, for the music card - Ammer loves to dance to music cards.)

And it isn't the carols that you hear on the radio, although this year I did really love the song, "Mary, Did You Know".

And

Christmas isn't just a day.

Christmas is what lives in your heart

all day everyday,

all year long.

It is the belief that Jesus was born and that Mary held, in her arms, her Savior

and My Savior

and Your Savior.

My wish is that each of you keep Christmas in your heart throughout the coming year.