I've been involved in so many discussions about the commercialism and paganism of the Christmas celebration that it almost turned me off from Celebrating Christmas at all. But then I flew to my daughter's home where I only get to visit once or twice a year. She has a 9 year old and a 13 year old. Even they understand and loathe the commercialism. But they are still young enough to find delight in the simple celebration of family and special traditions to remind us of the birth of our Savior.
I just wrapped a secret gift with my 9 year old grand-daughter. What joy and elation! Giggling and shushing, tying the perfect bow, and placing the gift under the tree was such a pleasure for her that I found myself getting caught up in the merriment! And it's a good thing!
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