Advent Reflections

Preparation, expectation, joy, glory, blessing, repentance. Prepare cards and gifts. Expect our Savior. Joy of Nativity. Blessing of the Advent candles. Repent and believe. Sing "O come, o come Emmanel", "O come Divine Messiah," "O Come All Ye Faithful." A baby is coming! Watch and wait. Stay awake! Follow the star. Kneel at the Manger. Mail cards and wrap gifts. The four Advent candles shine through my window, reflecting dreams of Christmas past, present and future.