'Tis the season

Glad Tidings!

It is a purposeful season, where every moment is occupied. Socrates said, "Beware the barrenness of a busy life." This is a reminder that, even though getting ready for Christmas is a formidable task, you must take a moment here and there.

Once in the morning and once in the afternoon, choose from the following moments:

• Make a cup of tea and let the steam wash over your face as it cools. Close your eyes and breathe in the warm aromas.
• Sit in front of a window and just look outisde. Look at the trees...the grass...the birds...marvel at the dormancy of nature, while you allow yourself to be dormant for a few minutes.
• Turn off your lamps and look at the lights on your tree. Think about that first Christmas, where the only light was the guiding star.
• Reflect on the feelings that Mary must have experienced as she prepared to give birth. Dwell on the words, "...and she treasured these things in her heart."
• Look at the photos in your room, and remember when the picture was made. Think of the changes since then. Close your eyes and go back to that place for a moment.
• Close your eyes, think of Jesus, and say over and over again, "Thank you, Lord." Say these three words until His Spirit soars within you.

Have a great day, everyone!