The kids often sneak off with my camera (or “cramma” if you’re Eliza) and snap some of the most random shots. I don’t spend a lot of time scrolling through the pictures on my camera…the screen is small and just frusterates me. But I usually do discover a few little gems among lots of pictures of toys, ceilings, shoes, doorknobs, etc…when I download pictures onto my computer. Today was a computer day (as you might have noticed with this being my 5th post in a row)! I had to smile as I noticed several pictures of Christmas decorations popping up in between the groups of pictures I have been taking. It made me stop and realize that these are the things my kids notice and think are important…this is their world! We can’t give them a “magical” Christmas in the materialistic-present-hog- it’s-all-about-me American way, but in trade I am finding that they are learning about the real meaning of Christmas. It is about the wonderfully amazing gift God gave us all! They are seeing that we can carry on the true spirit of the season without all the stuff. It has been fun to watch them enjoy the decorations we bring out every year, the little traditions we have created, and the simple celebrations that ARE Christmas. I have my days of frustration and despair…but mostly I am thanking God for this crummy recession that has forced my family to stop, regroup, pray, and trust in Him. We have each other and that will get me through alot more than I realized before. And gathered around us, to offer help/love/support when we really need it, is an amazingly faithful family and group of friends. This year I feel that I have truly received THE GIFT of Christmas in the love and support I feel all around me. The absense of fear and worry has been given to me by God in all the wonderful people He had placed in my life. In case I don’t get a chance to tell you in person this week…YOU are my gift, and I am so thankful for YOU being in my life. Merry Christmas!
On that note, here is our home at Christmas through the eyes of my children…and yes there is a picture of the presents, they are 7, 5, and 2 after all!
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3 Comments
December 24, 2008 at 11:55 am
Amy,
It was great to have you blogging again. the children’s pictures were quite insightful. the star wall especially, revealed an artistic eye. Isn’t it remarable that it’s in the challenging times of our life, that God helps us refocus and appreciate our many blessings .
December 24, 2008 at 11:57 am
Amy,
It was great to have you blogging again. the children’s pictures were quite insightful. the star wall especially, revealed an artistic eye. Isn’t it remarable that it’s in the challenging times of our life, that God helps us refocus and appreciate our many blessings . Love ,Terralee
December 24, 2008 at 4:18 pm
I had to laugh because I found over 30 pictures on my phone the other day when Avery asked to “borrow” it.