It's hard for me to believe that December has officially arrived, and the Christmas season is now upon us. My new son Riley was four weeks old yesterday, and it seems that each passing day, week, month, year, etc. I understand more and more what my father always told me in that time will continually fly by faster and faster; so as such, the key is to maximize what time we do have, and enjoy it to the fullest. Hence the beauty of December.
Everyone seems to slow down just a second or two this time of year, and the entire mood and feel of things appears to improve. A little more kindness one towards another, a little more cheer rather than gloom, it's all apart of this magical time of year. Cinnamon sticks are now cooking on our stove, and our fresh tree is now filling our home with the smells of the season (while I may complain about having to put it up every year, the truth is that I've grown to love a live tree as well Megan, thanks for sharing your tradition with me.)
Another favorite tradition of this time of year is of course the music, and I'd like to share with you one of my favorites: I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day. It's message is simple, and is a message I hope we can all carry with us throughout the season (and hopefully with us always). Peace on earth, good will to men my fellow lions!
I heard the bells on Christmas Day, their old familiar carols play,
And wild and sweet the words repeat of peace on earth, good will to men.
I thought how as the day had come, the belfries of all christendom,
Had rolled along the unbroken song of peace on earth, good will to men.
And in despair I bowed my head, "there is no peace on earth," I said,
For hate is strong and mocks the song of peace on earth, good will to men.
Then pealed the bells more loud and deep, God is not dead nor doth he sleep,
The wrong shall fail the right prevail with peace on earth, good will to men.
Till ringing singing on it's way, the world revolved from night to day,
A voice, a chime, a chant sublime of peace on earth, good will to men.
(Shot of my kids last year by our tree. Hope to share some of this year soon!)
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Another great post! Christmas is wonderful for all the reasons you shared (but I am glad it is you and not me figuring out how to make that tree stand up :)
ReplyDeleteHaha! The key I finally learned last year is all in the quality of the stand. After using a couple of junker ones only to watch the tree die before Christmas I finally broke down and bought a really nice one, and it's made all the difference. :)
ReplyDeleteNot only a righteous post, but I also get to bask to this great song thanks to your cd. And as for the last post, I just want to beat Bama! SEC Champs!!!
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