Christmas is coming, and, wonderful, Godly Christian that I am (:>)), I hate to admit that I am dreading it. There's so much expectation, so much expense, and so much exertion (I mean work--but I had to stick with my exes). I want the holidays to mean something more this year!!
I wish my grandchildren were more from my generation. Yeah, I know it doesn't work that way. But when I was a kid, I loved to get books, dolls, pretty much anything. It didn't have to be electronic; it didn't have to have a brand name. Come to think of it, I don't think they had brand names back them. We certainly didn't have electronics. I would love to give each of my grandchildren a book and something like, say, pajamas, and that be it. It would be less stressful and expensive for me. Unfortunately, they don't like books as well as I did back then--and still do. And I'm sure something as utilitarian as pajamas would not be all that appealing for them. (Sigh)
I did cut back on decorating when we moved into this tiny home. I have a tiny tree, and decorate it with things I really love--like pictures of my family, bird ornaments, and stuff that bring me happy memories. I saw some animal ornaments at Walmart that I liked. Maybe I will pick up a couple.
The thing is, I want to honor the season by doing things that are meaningful. I want my Lord to know that my heart is in the right place--that I appreciate that tiny baby boy who grew up to be my savior. I want to show that by loving and honoring others, by spending time in such pursuits as going to the beautiful choir and orchestra concert at the high school, baking cookies and giving them away, spending time with my grandkids watching Christmas movies, or working on a craft, talking about stuff that is important, and maybe even not-so-important.
So, for that purpose, I took one of my granddaughters to the Ladies' Christmas Tea at Joy Ranch yesterday--where the young lady who was speaking, literally wept as she spoke of Jesus' birth and sacrifice, and where we were serenaded by sacred Christmas songs. It was beautiful.
And I think I will plan a craft day for the younger kids to make something cool for their parents, involving paint, of course, and quite possibly, glitter. We'll leave the tv off, and put on some Christmas music. I'll make sure Papa is there to share the fun!
Next week I will have a date with my husband, where we will attend the play, "Away in the Basement: a Church Ladies play. We will relax and have some good laughs!
Of course, I will buy some presents, because I love to give gifts--hey, I love to GET gifts! I consider them as a representation of God's gift to us. But in the midst of all these activities, I will purpose, with the help of the Holy Spirit, to experience God's presence, to worship my Savior, and to convey this meaning to my family.
And if you're looking for a gift idea for me--I really love books! And pajamas!
I wish my grandchildren were more from my generation. Yeah, I know it doesn't work that way. But when I was a kid, I loved to get books, dolls, pretty much anything. It didn't have to be electronic; it didn't have to have a brand name. Come to think of it, I don't think they had brand names back them. We certainly didn't have electronics. I would love to give each of my grandchildren a book and something like, say, pajamas, and that be it. It would be less stressful and expensive for me. Unfortunately, they don't like books as well as I did back then--and still do. And I'm sure something as utilitarian as pajamas would not be all that appealing for them. (Sigh)
I did cut back on decorating when we moved into this tiny home. I have a tiny tree, and decorate it with things I really love--like pictures of my family, bird ornaments, and stuff that bring me happy memories. I saw some animal ornaments at Walmart that I liked. Maybe I will pick up a couple.
The thing is, I want to honor the season by doing things that are meaningful. I want my Lord to know that my heart is in the right place--that I appreciate that tiny baby boy who grew up to be my savior. I want to show that by loving and honoring others, by spending time in such pursuits as going to the beautiful choir and orchestra concert at the high school, baking cookies and giving them away, spending time with my grandkids watching Christmas movies, or working on a craft, talking about stuff that is important, and maybe even not-so-important.
So, for that purpose, I took one of my granddaughters to the Ladies' Christmas Tea at Joy Ranch yesterday--where the young lady who was speaking, literally wept as she spoke of Jesus' birth and sacrifice, and where we were serenaded by sacred Christmas songs. It was beautiful.
And I think I will plan a craft day for the younger kids to make something cool for their parents, involving paint, of course, and quite possibly, glitter. We'll leave the tv off, and put on some Christmas music. I'll make sure Papa is there to share the fun!
Next week I will have a date with my husband, where we will attend the play, "Away in the Basement: a Church Ladies play. We will relax and have some good laughs!
Of course, I will buy some presents, because I love to give gifts--hey, I love to GET gifts! I consider them as a representation of God's gift to us. But in the midst of all these activities, I will purpose, with the help of the Holy Spirit, to experience God's presence, to worship my Savior, and to convey this meaning to my family.
And if you're looking for a gift idea for me--I really love books! And pajamas!
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