Monday, December 28, 2009

Christmas gifts

holy experience


44. Extended family in the area with whom we can celebrate.
45. A brother who, in the tradition of our dad, makes and displays a life-sized cutout of Santa in his front yard to greet us on Christmas Eve.
46. Not getting into too much trouble by giving betta fish to the nieces and nephews!
47. Christmas Eve conflict that reminds me that Christ came to heal our brokenness. Recognizing that we can't ruin Christmas. Because we are ruined, we need Christmas.
48. Father and son peacefully enjoying a movie together.
49. The reunion of the quartet Sunday morning.
50. Worship
51. Being reminded that we are real sinners in need of a real savior.
52. The man posse.
53. Being part of an epic story.
54. A sermon reference to my dad who, together with my brother, witnessed a no-hitter during a Pirate game. His question, “Do you realize what you’re seeing?” Do we realize what we’re seeing when we witness so great a salvation?

55. A gathering of church family and friends; incredible guacamole and hand-popped popcorn
56. Quiet mornings.
57. Receiving an unsolicited hug from my son on Christmas Eve. Knowing it was the best gift of Christmas this year and what I wanted most.

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

Love the list! #54 is awesome!! Thank you for sharing!Be Blessed, Angie in GA

Heather of Swallowing A Moose said...

All so lovely to read Nancy! I'm really feeling the 'worship' this morning! Perhaps I could couple that along with the guacamole and make it a day! :)

Have an abundantly blessed week full of God's grace and everlasting love!

Scribbling THanks,
Heather

Jenny said...

All lists should include a mention of guacamole!

Nancy said...

Amen, Jenny!

SMHart said...

Nancy - just found you through Holy Experience Gratitude Community - enjoyed reading! Thanks for sharing! Samantha

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