Wow- it's Christmas already. And, boy, what an amazing Christmas it is. Presents, and pictures and memories, oh my!!
We had to wait for the kids to wake up. And, I guess I should enjoy that while it lasts- because if they are anything like me, they will be waking up at 5:30 in the morning every year until they move out. I don't really mind. I still wake up early, and have trouble sleeping on Christmas Eve. The Magic of Christmas is still alive and well inside my heart.
Now that the presents have been opened, the pictures taken, and the memories captured, I am sitting in my recliner reflecting on the first Christmas. There wasn't any wrapping paper. No tree or ribbons or lights. No extravagant gifts, toys or frivolities. There was only the greatest gift that has ever been given. The Savior, Christ the Lord. His humble beginning made way for my glorious eternity. Without Him, I cannot return and live in Heaven with my family and Heavenly Father. Everything that has been and will be, whether in my life, or in the lives of everyone around me, is only possible through Jesus Christ.
So, today, amid the hustle and happiness of little children and beautiful presents, I thank my Heavenly Father for that first Christmas gift. And I thank my Savior, my Eldest Brother, for coming into the world for me. His death gave me life. And, through Him, I can live forever.
Merry Christmas, Everyone!
Wishing you lots of love and happiness this blessed day!
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