Back to school today! Only 14 days until Christmas break.....and honestly I am NOT counting. I enjoy my classroom and the wee ones! These days leading up to Christmas will certainly go by quite quickly, I am sure. There is a lot to be done, a lot to plan for, I'm super excited!
Last night, I watched A Charlie Brown Christmas. It has always been my favorite of the holiday specials on TV. Once I see this one, it always feels like Christmas is finally here. This year is just so different. I am not quite sure why or what has caused this, but to be sitting in my beautifully decorated home, on December 3, my heart is filled with the Christmas spirit and I didn't need a Christmas special to do that for me!
Many people see Christmas as a time for stress and headaches. I used to think that way. Sure, times are tough, money is tight, and I worry what Christmas will look like for my family this year, but somehow, I am able to put my faith and trust in the Lord that he will provide what I need to make this Christmas just like every year. My girls are not greedy. They do not want for anything. I've asked and asked for lists, but they each say, "There is nothing I really want or need." This makes my heart happy. When I hear of others spending outrageous amounts of money on the latest gaming systems, toys, boots, gifts etc, it saddens me. Children will grow up expecting the best of all material things in their lives, rather than be happy with the little things.
Today, I am thankful that I understand the true meaning of the line from the Grinch: He puzzled and puzzed till his puzzler was sore. Then the
Grinch thought of something he hadn't before. Maybe Christmas, he thought...
doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps... means a little bit more!
Until tomorrow....
Think Thankfully!!!
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