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| Dressed in shepherd's tunic, ready for the show! |
"Silent night, Holy night,
All is calm, all is bright."
- from "Silent Night," by Joseph Mohr
Five days before Christmas. The gifts are bought and wrapped, the house is ready. This morning we went to the church where our oldest daughter teaches, to see the pageant she helped lead. We are so happy to see her involved in the church doing what she loves most, working with young people.
The pageant was unique and lovely. The young musicians were supremely talented, and the donkey on wheels was a sight to behold. I've never seen the baby in the manger climb out and wander into the congregation in search of a beloved doll before. But some things never change: it wouldn't be a Sunday School pageant without a disconsolate baby wailing throughout the singing of "Silent Night."
Five days before Christmas - a good time to reflect on the nearly-finished year. I hope the past twelve months have brought you many blessings, and the opportunity to offer blessings to others. May you find peace on Christmas day, and every day.
"Sleep in heavenly peace,
Sleep in heavenly peace."
- from "Silent Night"
23 comments:
Beautiful post Beth !
Merry Christmas and blessings for you and your family !!:)
How proud of her you must be! Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas!!!!
The church pageant sounds like a treat, and how wonderful that your daughter has found a role that is so perfect for her! Wishing you and your family a lovely, blessed Christmas together!
Lovely to see this. I bet the pageant was very memorable. Things are slowing now and you are right about it being a time to reflect. Thank you and have a wonderful Christmas!
Sounds wonderful!
Wishing you and your family all of the best for the Christmas season! :)
I enjoyed your photos…I can just imagine the pageant in person. Merry Christmas.
Sounds like you are building more wonderful Christmas memories! Best wishes for a great holiday season!
How nice that you were able to see the pageant your daughter ran. You seem like a very close family, which is so great.
very cool! i respect her for taking on such an endeavor--i'm not sure i'd have the stamina. :)
A lovely post, and your daughter looks radiant.
Merry Christmas, Beth! It is a perfect time for reflection--you must be so proud of your lovely daughters!!
Happy Christmas to you and your family Beth!
I love Christmas pageants and plays - so meaningful and special. Hope you enjoy your Christmas and have a Happy New Year!
The pageant sounds lovely. So happy that you are all ready for the holidays. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy 2016. :)
~Jess
Sounds like so much fun! We're all ready for Christmas, too. Happy holidays!
I love hearing children's voices during church...cooing, chatting or crying. Sending you and your family wishes for a Joyous Christmas. Hugs!
The beaming smile of a proud mother. So lovely. Happy holidays.
Amalia
xo
Merry Christmas dear Beth. xo Catherine
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, Beth!
Just dropped by to wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy new year, Beth!!
Dear Beth, hope you had a wonderful Christmas! Beautiful pictures and very lovely post! Your writings always make my heart sing!
Wishing you and yours a very Happy New Year, dear friend!
Andrea
What a beautiful way to celebrate the season. I hope your Christmas was joyful and merry and I wish you and yours much goodness in 2016!
Amazing post Beth. What a beautiful way to celebrate Christmas.
Have a Happy New Year!
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