The Fine Art of Christmas

Last month of the year gathers hope and love,

True meaning of Christmas symbolized by a dove

With letters and prayers that St. Nicholas appears

Decorations---shopping to bring on good cheers

Thick snowflakes start floating a few days before

Adding to the spirit when making cookies—galore

Wrapping gifts late at night to hide the surprise

For Christmas day comes—eyes wide in great size

Tree is fashioned in a heartwarming display

Table arranged for the festive holiday buffet

House filled with warmth from God’s little gifts

In pajamas, they giggle and watch snow drifts

Church bells ring the morning our Lord was born

Who would’ve thought he’d die with a halo of thorn.

It arrives—celebrating the fine art of Christmas day,

Lingering memories of a jolly old man and his sleigh

Merry Christmas!

If you live in the area, I highly recommend the Christkindlmarket in Chicago. The weather isn't the best, but the shops and food make up for it.

I apologize for the inactivity on my blog. You see, I’m a procrastinator so I’m doing everything now to be ready by Christmas Eve and Christmas. I’ll be spending Christmas Eve at my brother’s house enjoying good food, yearly memories and traditions. On Christmas, I’ll be celebrating at my sister’s house. Christmas Eve and Christmas are my favorite holidays and I am looking forward to being with my family.

A recent tradition we started is letter writing. On Thanksgiving, we put all our names in a hat and everyone takes a piece of paper with a name without telling anyone who it is then writes them a letter. It’s a time to express what that person means to you. On Christmas Eve, we put our letters on a plate and on the way out the door take it home to read in private. Sometimes we forget to tell the ones we love the most how we feel and this gives us the opportunity to do so.

Does your family have any traditions?

I most likely will not be back until after Christmas, so I want to wish you a Merry Christmas. May God keep you safe in your travels and celebrations.