I have always loved the time before Christmas.  I love the anticipation, the preparation, the hustle and bustle. I love the weather.  I love the Advent candles.  I love the music-love to sing and play carols all year long. 

I won’t lie. I do get caught up in the frenzy of the season, it happens. However, I am brought back to the real meaning of this time and forgiven for this lapse by the little child whose birth we celebrate in a few weeks.

Advent is a different kind of penitential season; there is an element of joy and expectation that shines through the darkness of winter.  It is a season of hope and love.  And watching over it, over us, is our God who loves us unconditionally!  Happy Advent!

Terri