This is such a precious time of year because we are reflecting on the birth of our Saviour. Not only do we celebrate the birth on that one special day, we cram pack every last second of celebrating, decorating, and preparing into the entire month.
One thing I especially need to be on guard about is keeping our family schedule in check. Making sure there is still time to reflect on Jesus. Making sure I still have the quiet time I need with God each and every day. Making sure that we are not too busy to eat as a family and rest when needed. Making sure there is still time to toilet train our toddler (I am hoping this is MY Christmas present - it'd be the best one ever!).
This week, the first week of the month, is filled with making a Christmas wreath, sewing costumes for our church Christmas program, seeing a wonderful performance of the Sound of Music, a birthday party, viewing a live Nativity (and also seeing local Christmas light shows) and the dress rehearsal for the children's choir - whew! I'm already tired.
But most of all, we are starting our advent season. We are beginning to read, remember and meditate on the fact that God became a Man and walked on the Earth. He came as a baby and lived a life like you and I - but without sin.
So I will not be posting daily posts this month. But I will post as often as time allows; some things just need to be shared.
Remember to make time in your busy schedule for Jesus. He really is the reason for the season.
Draw near to God and
He will draw near to you.
James 4:8a
Draw near to God... so glad that is what you are doing with your children. This is a wonderful season. Here is a link I am sure your kids will enjoy
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Thank you so much! They loved it (and so did I)!! How adorable!
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