What I like about the Christmas story is that it is about humble beginnings. A stable, a couple doing the best they can under adversity, a long journey, the kindness of strangers (innkeeper), animals, an angel, a star and a baby. The birth of any baby is a miracle and it happens every day. Every child has it in them to do good, to effect the lives around them in a positive way. Every adult has it in them to deal with the unexpected, things not working out the way they planned but realizing it will be fine just the same.
Here is Hannah playing the part of Mary holding Ginger, the baby Jesus as they acted in the Christmas Pageant at First Parish. Ginger is five now, Hannah in high school. Others sat in the same place this December acting out the ancient story. And so it goes on.
Merry Christmas to everyone as you celebrate tomorrow. And don't forget the wise men bearing gifts; inspiring another Christmas tradition, opening presents! As well as giving to those who are less fortunate.
May 2011 bring you joy and happiness and peace around the world.
2 comments:
love this, what a wonderful reminder of all the essential things about Christmas and all it's magic. Have a wonderful one, see you in the new year.
Best yet...
Merry Christmas, amid the din.
Remembering and reflecting.
Times gone by and those that lie ahead.
Expectation.
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