Sunday, December 27, 2009

Christmas - Irreverent, Reverent, Relevant

This Christmas was a mixed bag for me. I celebrated within the physical limitations and mental anguish of having a rare neurological illness, somehow looking 'normal' to most folks. Humor is an irreverent way I cope.



On a tombstone: - "I TOLD YOU I WAS SICK"

THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS
(My Stiff Person Syndrome version.)



I love Christmas carols, the beauty of the Christmas tree, childish magic, once-a-year goodies, and the secretive excitement of anticiptation. Christmas is reverent to my soul for it is when the world celebrates the birth of my Savior, Jesus Christ.


"Good news from heaven the angels bring. Glad tidings to the earth they sing. To us this day a child is given, to crown us with the joy of heaven." ~Martin Luther~

THE EMPTY BOX
(Based on a true story.)


The relevance of Christmas is giving. Time and love are two of the most precious things in life to give and to receive, not just at Christmas but all year long. It's not about having time but making time for those you love.


"Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly merry Christmas." ~Peg Bracken~





I hope you had a blessed Christmas, filled with laughter, God's grace, and time with those you love.

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