One of my favorite holidays would have to be Christmas.
Christmas 1998
Christmas 1999
Christmas 2001
Christmas 2005
By far!
Christmas is a time to express
love
peace
and divine happiness.
And it's also a time to remember Christ.
One of our many traditions during Christmas is reading the book
*a note from the author*
'Sometimes I hear people complain that the department stores put up Christmas decorations too early. Or they say that the merchandisers are only thinking of commercial gain when they advertise with lights and decorations. For me, Christmas symbols cannot be displayed too early or too much. The wreaths, the lights, the red bows, the decorated trees, the presents, all remind me of the true meaning of Christmas. I say 'thank you' to the people of the world who spend time and money and make lovely displays of gifts and decorations. They are advertising the spirit of Christmas. They are reminding me of Christ.'
--Diane G. Adamson
I am so thankful for Christmas. As I've grown older over the years, I've come to realize it's not about the presents at all. . . (although it is nice to get new things).
It's about remembering why we're here, and who we love.
It's about remembering who gave His life for us, and what we owe to Him.
It's about remembering what He did, and why He did it.
You may ask why?
Well that's easy.
It's because He loves us.
And I love Him too.
So this Christmas, I'm doing all I can to keep the spirit of Christ this season. . .
and make sure I have plenty of cookies for Santa as well hahaha!