Silent Night, Holy Night….
It’s a quiet day, somewhat melancholy, the silence of Christmas fills my home. Things change, they evolve, they grow, they die, and they always remain the same. Christmas time brings that to light in the most joyful … and sorrowful … way.
All is calm, all is bright….
The Solstice has passed us and we now grow brighter. The days will slowly become longer, and that darkest of nights is behind us. Yet the solemn peace of that longest night travels with us into the future. It brings quiet into our chaos, and ancient stirrings to the fast-paced modern life we lead.
Round yon virgin mother and child….
Whatever your history, your ancestry; whatever deeply ingrained, even genetic, celebration calls you at this time of year, the magic of the season cannot but stir your spirit. It is this time of year which touches us most deeply, and no one, not even Ebenezer Scrooge, can escape it. Whether your ancient memories follow the young Sun King as he enters the world and grows, bringing longer days and the promise of spring, or the Christ Child as he brought his own very special Light into the world, or the Festival of Lights commemorating the rebirth of God’s most Holy Temple, it matters not. Whatever your heritage, whatever ancient stirrings touch your soul, these dark days are days of wonder.
Holy infant so tender and mild….
It has long been said that Christmas is for Children. In my eyes, what this time of year does for us all, is rekindle the Child within. There is nothing like a child’s sense of wonder as he peers into the darkness of these magical nights. The anticipation, the excitement, the discovery, the mystery … it renews our youth in ways that are irresistible. “Kids from One to Ninety Two”, whether they admit it or not, all feel the magic of the season.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace….
My wish for you this holiday season, is that you embrace that magic. Let the holiness of this season touch your heart, like the soft snow touches the deep green boughs of the evergreen.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace….
Happy Holidays to All.
