It is so easy to get sucked into the commercialism of Christmas. We are bombarded by ads everywhere ....on the radio, TV, Internet, etc. Christmas has changed so much since we were children. I hear myself saying that just as my parents said that to me. Of course, everyone wants to make the Christmas experience memorable for their family and friends, especially when there are young children involved. And while it certainly is every one's right to celebrate as they seem fit, I hope and pray that everyone remembers truly what Christmas is about. The birth of our Saviour, Jesus Christ...while that may seem obvious to some, I think all too many believe that it is just about Santa, trees and presents. My family has always celebrated with all that. I fondly remember sharing popcorn and grape soda with my sons while watching Rudolf, the Red-Nosed Reindeer. And I am a sucker for all the Christmas movies on TV especially on the Hallmark Channel. I love decorating the house (especially with family) making our Christmas cookies (next Sunday) but we also celebrate the fact that Christ was born. My parents made sure I understood that and I passed that on to my sons. They took part in many church activities growing up and still accompany me to Christmas Eve service. I truly believe that my boys still share those values. Due to circumstances, our Christmas tree may have fewer packages this year (as will many families') but the most precious gift is our faith, family, and friends....
~ The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other. ~ Burton Hillis (Better Homes and Gardens)
1 comment:
I agree. Thanks for writing this!
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