I am happy and content. 

Yesterday was an awesome day at church.  I received a lot of "happies" for Christmas, and while I certainly know it is not about the gifts, it does warm my heart to receive unexpected ones.  Those are the ones with extra love attached. 

The Cantata was awesome.  So many people stepped out of their comfort zones to sing solos and learn lines that my heart nearly bursts with joy.  It's nearly bursting with love too. Everyone did an incredible job.  They each gave 110%.  Afterwards my choir presented me with flowers and chocolate.  (Doesn't get much better than that. )  Someone commented on how much the choir loved me.  All I can say is that the feeling is truly mutual.  I have so much fun with them. My parents weren't able to come to the Cantata, but some dear friends...nearly family...traveled 2 1/2 hours to see it.  That just made my day.  Speaking of friends, the sanctuary was filled to the seams with friends and family of those in the choir and drama.  And I was afraid few would venture out on the 23rd of December, at night!

And I wasn't prepared for the overwhelming response to the Christmas/prayer boxes.  But oh, it fills me with great joy to know lives were touched by them.  I also gave out a few Christmas Bears this year.  Again, I'm filled with joy knowing someone's Christmas burden is a little lighter because of them.

Last Friday was our Family Christmas Day.  No arguing or complaining.  We had a great time with our adventures.  I racked my brain for the present search this year.  Finally, I decided to do picture clues.  What fun watching the kids run around the house trying to figure out where the next clue was! LOL!  They even said I did well.

Christmas isn't even over, yet I feel blessed beyond measure.