For the past two Christmases, Jim and I had been in Georgia Atlanta North Mission as senior missionaries. There were so many blessings in that opportunity. One was the wonderful display of nativity sets that Lilburn does every year. It was a terrific way to start Christmas.A year ago, we shared Christmas with our friend Bala and his family, and some choice missionaries. Andreia, Kaitlyn and Titan came later.
The Clear Springs Branch held a Journey to Bethlehem that was terrific. Many people were taught the true message of the Christmas season.
This year, we are no longer on the mission. We returned in May and have been able to spend time with family and friends. This Christmas was much different for us. We spent some time with our grandchildren.
We were excited to have the family together for Christmas and even attend Church together. The weather had other plans. It began snowing on Christmas eve and continued long into Christmas Day.
We had a lovely dinner on Christmas day, mostly cooked and organized by Andreia. PE and his family were able to get to the house and we were able to bring Jim's mom. We opened presents and even made an attempt at a nativity by the children. That never works well in our family. Jim and I were surprised with a wonderful gift from Kaitlyn and ME. They had taken my blogs from the mission and put them into a bound book. I cried as I reread entries and saw so many pictures of people I love. How grateful I am for the blessings I have!
Yesterday Raf and his family were able to get here. Zeke was excited to get presents. We had a wonderful time with family.
Today, Titan is saying we can't take down the decorations yet. I guess Christmas will continue for a little while.
