December

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I am happy it's December.

It's cold, snowy and decidedly December around here.

So far December has brought:

~ One nasty cold that is lingering a week longer than welcome

~ Reoccurring bouts of pink eye in the little population of my home

~ Christmas decorations 99.9% completed

~ One pre-lit artificial Christmas tree returned to Costco after only two years (bum bulbs)

~ A dining table so messy and so full of crafting satisfaction

~ An Advent calendar the littles are enjoying oh so much

~ A sweet anticipation of getting a REAL Christmas tree again....of making family memories picking it out, cutting it down, wrestling with lights and decorating it ....as a family

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I looked at the calendar the other day and was slightly taken
aback at how soon Christmas will be here.

This year I so want to enjoy the moments of this season.
I don't want these next few weeks to rush by in the busyness of it all.
I want my heart and the hearts of my family to be prepared for Christmas.
I want us to realize anew the miracle that is Jesus and His birth.

I've been reading so many thoughts on Advent and seeing different resources that are so inspiring. I am feeling really challenged to put the emphasis on Jesus during these days leading up to Christmas.

How are you celebrating Advent with your family this year? With your children?
I would love to hear more ideas...especially on how to share and create experiences with young children.


For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given;
and the government shall be upon his shoulder,
and his name shall be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6