Our Christmas came with a flurry of activity. Between the weather, all the festivities, and conflicting family schedules, we definitely stayed busy enough. David's youth group did a fantastic job at putting on a play enphasising the true meaning of Christmas. Mom and I helped out with a couple of music programs at some elderly homes.
Alicia and Isaiah came home for Christmas, with Isaac. He's growing so fast, and we all loved having them here to make the day just that much more special.
Christmas Eve, we all sat around the fire, while dad read the Christmas story. This year, we were evaluating it to find out the timing of events. Interestingly enough, we've always held to the fact that Jesus was two years old when the wisemen found Him; but really, he wasn't very old. In fact, the whole documented account takes place in less than 40 days, when Jesus was dedicated in the temple.
This year, we just opened family gifts on Christmas, which made it kind of different from other years, but we had a blast!
After a delicious meal, (and even better dessert,)...
...A Christmas ball was on the dockett! Nice to meet all the friends that we generally don't get to see.
What a Christmas! This year, the most precious thing I found was God's grace. Though I've been too tired to join in all the festivities, I have found Strength in my weakness. Truly, what a Friend I have in Jesus. He is precious to those who seek Him, and what better time to spend time with Him than on His celebrated birthday.
Merry Christmas all, and have a blessed New Year!
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