Monday, December 8, 2008

O Christmas tree...

This year is the first one that Jarrod and I set up our own Christmas tree. After last Christmas, we bought an artificial tree (at a greatly reduced price!) unsure if we would even be in the country to use it this year. When December finally rolled around, Jarrod and I were delighted to pull out our tree and decorate it together. It took some effort to get our tree "just right" - but we are delighted to have this addition in our home. While it is fun to get caught up in the festivities of this holiday season, we are ever mindful of the reason for the season.

Isaiah 9
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light -
For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given,
and the government will be on His shoulders.
And He will be called
Wonderful Counselor,
Mighty God,
Everlasting Father,
Prince of Peace -
He will reign on David's throne and over his kingdom,
establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness
from that time on and forever.

3 comments:

La Familia Garcia said...

Beautiful! Glad that your not out of the country and can spend Christmas together!

Unknown said...

WOW what a beautiful tree!!! and to think you got it up in time before you went away on your Anniversary trip!!!!! We look forward to seeing it in person.
Congratulations on your 1st Anniversary. You've made many memories in one short year and look at all the wisdom you've gained.
Looking forward to spending time together over the holidays.
Love to you both, MOM and DAD Puff <><

Unknown said...

Your new header is too funny.....brought a lump to momma's throat b/c it made me remember when Joe II and Jarrod would make dipped pretzels and I would sell them at my work and they would have a little extra Christmas $$$. But then I had to laugh b/c I remember how messy they can get especially when you "stripe" them by slinging the colored
melted chips everywhere....what fun!!
Merry Christmas!!! Love, mom<>< (Who cleaned up the mess?????)