This time of year it's about the rush to shop and plans for a happy Christmas.
Christmas meaning has changed for me over the years. When I was a child I can now smell the (real) Christmas tree. I can see brightly colored Christmas bulbs, the lights and all the presents under the tree. It was all about waiting to hear on the radio if Santa would read my letter hoping for special gifts and mention my name. When I was teenager it was about getting that special gift from your boyfriend a box of candy or if you were really lucky a piece of jewelry. One boyfriend let me wear his class jacket as we were walking through a light snow storm. The marriage years changed quickly from husband and wife to a family with two adorable daughters. I know it was true for me to repeat the type of Christmas I had as a child...lots and lots of presents. Perhaps a church service.
Now in my golden years Christmas has a different meaning. The main gift is Jesus' love. This gift supersedes any past superficial Christmas gifts. I have learn that Jesus not only visits on holidays he is there with me 24/7.
Last week my cat Tiger became ill with a fever. My normal energetic cat laid motionlessly in my arms with a blank stare. The tears were flowing down my cheeks. I felt helpless. I took him to the veterinarian as a walk in patient. They gave my wonderful cat a few shots and by time we reached home he was heading toward the cat bowl filled with his favorite food. When I was feeling helpless with Tiger's illness, I asked Jesus to help Tiger to heal if it would be his will. I am thankful it was God's will.
This Christmas I will celebrate that God gave his son to us by sending him to this dimension. Would you give your son to some people who could care less? I celebrate my God by studying his letter to us the Bible. I listen to him and communicate with him 24/7.
I am not alone. I have Jesus. He is my father; my husband and I am his child 24/7. Amen
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