Advent 2009

Edwin and Alex have been busy at school preparing for Christmas. Edwin's first grade class worked on a service project with the 8th graders. They collected baby items for the less fortunate. Alex's class collected mittens, hats and scarves. It's a great way to remember the corporal works of mercy, especially in all the commercialization of the Christmas holiday. It helps them to appreciate how blessed we truly are.



They also ask me, " Mama , what would you like for Christmas?"

I answer, "Edwin, I'd like for you to drink your milk everyday without complaining. Alex, I'd like you to keep your bedroom clean." They ask, "Is that all you really want?" I answer them, " Yes, really, that's all I want."



There's one thing I desire that only God can give to me. It's peace of mind. For years, I have had this hope that I truly wish would come true. In the scheme of life, it seems so trivial compared to others' problems, but for some reason, it haunts my thoughts constantly. It seems to be more trouble than it's worth. My heart grows weary of the hurt and pain. At this point, I have to surrender and let it go. Peace will come once I realize that God is the key to all happiness.



This Advent, I hope to heal my heart by focusing on the many blessings that the Lord has given me. He has truly spared me of many sorrows. I just have to keep that in mind and heart constantly.
Some prayers will go unanswered, but this will transform me into the person that God is shaping me to become.
This is the best Christmas gift I can give myself.