Community – our family and friends – are so very important to us. But the other day I was thinking about a quiet Christmas hubs and I spent overseas. We later met up with teammates and shared the joy of The Day.
But the morning was quiet. I was still in the first trimester with our oldest and nothing tasted good. Dan videoed me making our Christmas pancakes. Our tree was maybe two feet tall, with only a scant amount of decorations we packed for our two-year time. I’m not even sure we exchanged gifts that year.
But it was oh so holy.
Even for two people who cherish community. And selecting and wrapping gifts. And laughing with those we love.
Because He came, The Day can be precious no matter how it is spent. I’m thinking of friends overseas, those recently relocated, those who have lost loved ones and are grieving this year.
The Day is precious. Through our grief and loneliness and waiting, It is precious because He is precious.
Much love to you and yours this Advent season.
He makes all things new.