It’s week of Christmas. Can you believe it? Not too long ago it felt like time was standing still. But, time is constant and marches on. And so, here we are, 4 days from the one day almost everyone looks forward to all year long.
We all have our traditions, our rituals, our memories of Christmases past.
And some of us have plans for making new traditions and big plans for Christmas next year. Despite all the hullabaloo and preparation, the message of Christmas never changes. I’d like to share with you a short poem that relays the message of Christmas perfectly.
Christmas is more than a day in December
It’s all of those things that we love to remember
It’s carolers singing familiar refrains
Bright colored stockings and shiny toy trains.
Streamers of tinsel and glass satin balls
Laughter that rings through the house and its halls
Christmas is more than a day in December
It’s the magic and love
That we’ll always remember.
(M.E. Miro)
I’m not in a position to give gifts this year, but, as always, I’m ever so grateful for the unexpected gifts I have received. This poem reminds me of the true spirit of gift-giving.
Christmas is for giving and for showing that we care
For honoring the Christ child with the loving gifts we share.
The wise men gave of riches, the shepherds faith and love,
Each gift in his own measure was smiled on from above.
Let every gift be treasured, not always size or price,
Determines the extent of love and willing sacrifice.
Handsome gifts with festive cheer bring smiles of sweet content,
But modest gifts of humble means are ofttimes heaven sent.
Whether it be large or small, each gift will share in part
The message of true Christmas joy, if given from the heart.
(Iris W. Bray)
And so I leave you all with this message on this Monday before Christmas:
Merry Christmas dear friends! May you find comfort and joy in whatever traditions you’ll be honoring.
Word of the Day: Q-Clearance
Fun fact about me: I have more hair on the left side of my head than the right.
Original post by Jansen Schmidt, December 2020. Images by Christmas.365greetings.com.
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Beautiful Christmas message, Patricia, and thank you. Wishing the best back to you and yours.
Not so fun fact about me: I have less hair all over my head.
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Merry Christmas Al. The important thing to remember about hair (as I learned when I lost mine) is that we still have a head – and for that we are grateful.
Hugs from Mississippi!
Patricia
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Merry Christmas, Patricia! Here’s hoping for a quick end to the pandemic so people can travel (and stay at the Baer House)!
PS: There are probably a lot of people in my area with a Q-Clearance.
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Thanks Jennette. I held my breath and somehow it’s the end of December. I think if we can get through January we just might be all right. More breath holding, but I’m hopeful.
Merry Christmas to you and yours. I hope you get to spend some time with your family.
Patricia
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Always a great time of year to remember all the good things in life, especially with all the unique challenges we’ve all faced. I hope you have a fabulous Christmas!
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Amen. I think the unexpected gifts I’ve received this year have been the sweetest and most appreciated than any I’ve ever received in the past. Thank you for being part of that.
Merry Christmas to you and your family as well. I truly appreciate your friendship and hope that one day we can meet face-to-face. Who knows – miracles of Christmas right?
Patricia
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