I am musing and marveling about....
Just what is it about this time of year??
It is a time of "peace on Earth, good will to men".
It is a time of universal sharing, caring and giving.
It is a time when people open their hearts, their homes and their pocketbooks.
It is a time of nostalgia; a time of dreaming.
It is a time of childhood wonder (no matter your age),
It is a time of chorales, symphonies, caroling and ..... humming.
It is a time of togetherness, a time for connectivity (or at least a desire for it).
It is a time of extreme busyness (pre-Covid anyway) and yet a time we yearn for quiet and pause.
It is a time of reflection.
It is a time of memory making and memory stirring.
It is a time of healing or a time when healing feels so needed.
It is a time of emotion, when feelings reign strong.
It is a time when grief hits harder and joys abound more fully.
It is a time of beauty and serenity and warmth.
It is a time of reaching out and reaching in.
It is a time of cozy and cocoa.
It is a time of twinkling lights and beautiful scenes.
It is a time for walks in the snow or at least dreaming of them.
It is a time of programs and cantatas and commemorations.
It is a time of celebration and sharing.
It is a time for family, definitely for family. And friends. And neighbors. And those we really do not know, but whom we care about.
It is a time of colorful paper and pretty bows.
It is a time of old movies and new games.
It is a time of crackling fires and snuggly blankets.
It is a time for cuddles with children.
It is a time to gather around grandma and grandpa to hear their stories again.
It is a time for the Christmas story and the manger scene.
It is a time of cookies and sprinkles and goodies galore.
It is a time of giggles and laughter.
Oh this time of year!
What is it about this time?
Whether acknowledged or not... it is a time of special joy and deep warmth.
And through it all....when it is all said and done....
It is a special time of inherent goodness.
A time that deep down, humankind tends to love....
A time when people love to love and be loved....
It is a time that heralds Truth and Hope.
Why?
Just what is it about this time of year?
It is JESUS!
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