Ahh, the warmth of a Christmas Tree!

So, Daniel and I had a bit of a spat over the Christmas tree we have decorating our front yard simply because he didn't have it up in the amount of time I had planned for him to have it done. I am still learning the whole manly "in a minute" meaning of 45 minutes or longer depending on what he is doing.
Anywho, our tree is up outside and looks magnificent. I was under the impression for the longest time that Christmas decorations both inside and out were to help you and your neighbors get in the spirit of the season. Tonight, I have been proven wrong on this issue. I now know that a simple Christmas tree anchored in the center of the yard with PVC pipe, string, tent pegs, and a few hundred lights are not to bring beautiful decoration into your neighborhood, but to keep the furry Peter Cottontails that scamper about warm on cold nights. We came home tonight from visiting with some good friends of ours and their new addition to find a bunny rabbit in the center of our tree. At least he is not eating my pansies anymore!

Yippee!

Carols by Candlelight is officially over for me (until next year)! I am so very tired but still so very much in awe of all the blessings the Lord has bestowed upon me.
Now, maybe, I can finish Christmas shopping and relax!

What is Joy?

Today in Sunday school we discussed this topic. What is joy? Of course, everyone has a different definition, but all mean the same thing. Joy can be something as simple as a smile to someone who rarely receives a smile from a stranger or joy can be simply a hug.
Think about it. What is joy...to you?
Try to share the joy you have with others, not only in this season of giving, but in every season; because after all, Jesus didn't just give to us one time a year.