It is the darkest month of the year and yet today is bright and cheery. The sun is shining on the dusting of snow that fell last night. The Christmas decorations are up, Christmas music is playing on the radio, we did a little shopping this morning, and I wrapped gifts last night. All these things make me feel cheery.
I truly feel blessed to celebrate our Savior's birth during this month, the darkest of the year. I guess it is because I am one of those who adore the Christmas stuff. I love the sparkly, glitzy-ness of it all. How does my love of all the Christmassy stuff relate to the darkest month? It just seems that it all comes at such a good time. I wonder what it is like for the people on the other side of the equator who have Christmas in the middle of summer?
So friends, I wish for you a bright and cheery day. May the Lord shine on you today and put Christmas joy in your heart.
