It's that time of year...
It used to be that everyone got together to decorate the Christmas trees; neighbors bringing cookies over to share; friends send Christmas cards to each other, and lovers share kisses under the mistletoe.
Now, it's about making it through to the next year. Somehow, Christmas is still my most favorite holiday. I love the music playing on 103.5. I love the decorations everywhere. I love the smell of cinnamon when you walk into Michaels to get your holiday decorations; but most importantly, I love watching my friends and family as they open their presents. The reactions my baby cousins give when they find that what they thought was in that big giant box would turn out to be a nice jacket, some really nice pants or dress, and a pair of shoes to match. I love watching them open each others' presents just because...
I remember when I would be the one opening boxes after boxes of presents. Now, I see envelops on the tree and know one of them must be for me. It really is better that way. *wink
So this year, even though it will never be the same, we made it through once again. I can only pray that it will get easier as the years go by.
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Christmas has never been the same for Chi since my Mom's passing...but each time reading this poem, I can't help but let the tears overflow:
CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN
(by Wanda Bencke for her daughter)
http://www.christmasinheaven.net/story.html
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I see the countless Christmas trees
Around the world below,
With tiny lights like heaven's stars
Reflecting in the snow.
The sight is so spectacular
please wipe away that tear
for I am spending CHRISTMAS
WITH JESUS CHRIST this year.
I hear the many Christmas songs
that people hold so dear
but the sound of music can't compare
with the CHRISTMAS CHOIR up here.
I have no words to tell you
of the JOY their voices bring
for it is beyond description
to HEAR THE ANGELS SING.
I know how much you miss me,
I see the pain inside your heart
for I am spending CHRISTMAS
WITH JESUS CHRIST this year.
I can't tell you of the SPLENDOR
or the PEACE here in this place
Can you just imagine CHRISTMAS
WITH OUR SAVIOR face to face
I'll ask him to lift your spirit
as I tell him of your love
so then PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER
as you lift your eyes above.
Please let your hearts be joyful
and let your spirit sing
for I am spending CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN
and I’m walking WITH THE KING.
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Tracy...God has blessed you with the gift to touch many others...may God's love always be with you and your family...
Love,
Chi MK :)
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