CG480 Posted December 14, 2005 Share Posted December 14, 2005 The "W" in Christmas Each December, I vowed to make Christmas a calm and peaceful experience. I had cut back on nonessential obligations -- extensive card writing, endless baking, decorating, and even overspending. Yet still, I found myself exhausted, unable to appreciate the precious family moments, and of course, the true meaning of Christmas. My son, Nicholas, was in kindergarten that year. It was an exciting season for a six-year-old. For weeks, he'd been memorizing songs for his school's "Winter Pageant." I didn't have the heart to tell him I! 'd be working the night of the production. Unwilling to miss his shining moment, I spoke with his teacher. She assured me there'd be a dress rehearsal the morning of the presentation. All parents unable to attend that evening were welcome to come then. Fortunately, Nicholas seemed happy with the compromise. So, the morning of the dress rehearsal, I filed in ten minutes early, found a spot on the cafeteria floor and sat down. Around the room, I saw several other parents quietly scampering to their seats. As I waited, the students were led into the room. Each class, accompanied by their teacher, sat cross-legged on the floor. Then, each group, one by one, rose to perform their song. Because the public school system had long stopped referring to the holiday as Christmas," I didn't expect anything other than fun, commercial entertainment - songs of reindeer, Santa Claus, snowflakes and good cheer. So, when my son's class rose to sing, "Christmas Love," I was slightly taken aback by its bold title. Nicholas was aglow, as were all of his classmates, adorned in fuzzy mittens, red sweaters, and bright snowcaps upon their heads. Those in the front row-center stage -- held up large letters, one by one, to spell out the title of the song. As the class would sing "C is for Christmas," a child would hold up the letter C. Then, "H is for Happy," and on and on, until each child holding up his portion had presented the complete message, "Christmas Love." The performance was going smoothly, until suddenly, we noticed her; a small, quiet, girl in the front row holding the letter "M" upside down totally unaware her letter "M" appeared as a "W." The audience of 1st through 6th graders snickered at this little one's mistake. But she had no idea they were laughing at her, so she stood tall, proudly holding her "W." Although many teachers tried to shush the children, the laughter continued until the last letter was raised, and we all saw it together. A hush came over the audience and eyes began to widen. In that instant, we understood the reason we were there, why we celebrated the holiday in the first place, why even in the chaos, there was a purpose for our festivities. For when the last letter was held high, the message read loud and clear: "C H R I S T W A S L O V E" And, I believe, He still is. Amazed in His presence...Humbled by His love. May each of you have a Merry Christmas as you reflect on His Amazing Love for us... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kandy Posted December 14, 2005 Share Posted December 14, 2005 thanks for sharing this was really good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teebee Posted December 14, 2005 Share Posted December 14, 2005 How very touching! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christi Posted December 14, 2005 Share Posted December 14, 2005 lovely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkroses4mommy Posted December 14, 2005 Share Posted December 14, 2005 That's one of those moments that you will never forget. Thanks for sharing it with us! God bless you and have a very Merry Christmas! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggie7632 Posted December 14, 2005 Share Posted December 14, 2005 very touching Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Deals4Me Posted December 14, 2005 Share Posted December 14, 2005 thats sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illinoismom Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 I just love this, thank you so very much for sharing it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toujours2u Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 Very beautiful, I am emailing this to some of my stressed out friends! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpg117cg Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 thanks for sharing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shopping mom Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 I will be keeping a copy of that on file. You're right He still is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannahs_momma Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 Very Cute! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steakgoddess Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 I love reading that one at Christmastime!! Thank you for posting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bayhaysay Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 Thanks, great post, I'm gonna email that one along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elena_398 Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 Thanks for sharing. Thats beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barghunter Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 Beautiful and so true! Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treasure60 Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 I'm glad that you shared that. I am glad they got to use the word "Christmas" in their play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mghtymth27 Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 Thanks for sharing -- I've passed it along to a few friends and family! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misshayley Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 Wow, that was cute, and oh so true :) Merry Christmas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rohler Posted December 15, 2005 Share Posted December 15, 2005 Great Post. I've printed it to share with others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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