Reflection of Christmas Time

Here we are 3 days before the whole Christmas craziness begins. We have had a blizzard in MN this weekend with temps in the 40 below range so most have been in doors all weekend. We missed out Church program today. I have taken that time and enjoyed it with my family. I have be able to get some work done around the house that has needed to be done. Yet, I have also taken the time to teach my girls all about Christmas and the real reason behind it. Which we started today (even though a few days early) we made a cake for Jesus's birthday. A way that really sinks in for the kids to understand that Christmas is NOT all about the presents and santa. There is a real reason why we do what we do.

A celebration of our Savior Jesus Christ. I truly just love this time of year, there is something about it that is just so MAGICAL. All the Christmas music that is so beautiful and it is really taking the time to let the words speak to you about why we run around with our heads cut off shopping and the long lines and spending more money then we had planned but wanting to make that person or all the persons in your life feel special this Christmas season. Watching the girls talk about Christmas and singing the Christmas songs and baking with them and family. Making Christmas cards and reading cards that you receive. Getting ready for that special day that day that is all about Jesus. That is the real meaning behind Christmas and this awesome time of year.

I read a story to the girls today,

The Story of Christmas:

Do you know why we give gifts at Christmas? We give gifts because it is Jesus's Birthday.

Long ago an angel told Mary she would have a baby named Jesus.

Mary and her Husband, Joseph were very happy. They had a lot to do to get ready for the baby.

First, they had to take a trip to Bethelem. Mary rode a donkey and Joseph walked.

When they got to Bethlehem, many people were there.

Mary and Joseph were tired, but there was no place for them to stay.

They slept on a bed of hay in a stable with a cow and the donkey.

That night Baby Jesus was born.

Angels told the shepherds, "Jesus is born!" You will find him lying in a manger.

Wise men also followed the star to the stable and Baby Jesus.

They all brought Baby Jesus presents because they loved him.

We give gifts at Christmas to show our love. And to say "Happy Birthday Baby Jesus."

May God bless you this Christmas.