When we talk of Christmas, we think often of Christmas Carols sung on the radio; lights lit up outside in magical displays; stockings hanging in the living room; expensive presents under the tree. When we focus on these few things, when we focus on the commercialism of Christmas, we miss what matters most. We miss what’s right in front of our faces.
We miss that the true meaning of Christmas is love.
“For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish, but might have eternal life.”
This weeks’s gift: The gift of Christmas Love.
Enjoyed this a lot!! Thanks for posting!
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Music to my ears! Thank you! I’m glad you liked. Have a great weekend.
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And you as well… my pleasure!
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Cheers to Bob Hope’s quote — simple things, indeed! Thanks, Brian! 😉
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A good reminder for me too. It’s been fun finding these quotes. Happy Day.
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I haven’t thought of Bob Hope in ages. Thank you for a real and meaningful reminder!
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Yes, I was surprised when I saw his name too. Not one you hear everyday anymore. Have a great day!
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Merry Christmas! 👼🎅🦌🌟🎄
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Same to you Cindy! Hope you’re able to take a break and enjoy time with family and friends. Cheers.
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A lovely piece, Brian. I particularly like the Dale Evans’ quote. Wishing you and your family a happy and peaceful Christmas. I expect I will have the opportunity to say it again in your upcoming posts leading up the Christmas Eve/Day if you have time to write between now and then.
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I liked that quote too! Hope you have a great Christmas week and week leading up to New Year’s too. Yes, I plan to post throughout the next two week — mainly because I have a few pieces that I wrote in advance. I’m probably most looking forward to squeezing out some writing time next week! Always like that. Will you be writing/posting or are you taking a break? Have fun either way!
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Thanks, Brian. I should have plenty of time to write over Christmas, perhaps, on the ‘big’ day itself (motivation and inspiration permitting), as I’ll be on my own. Writing might keep me out of mischief! Glad to hear you’ll be writing something somewhere along the way, too. 🎄🎅☃
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Oh I might have to follow your lead Ellie. Kick everyone out and just write on Christmas Day!!! I like that idea, but I guess that wouldn’t be too nice. Ha, ha. Nah, use the day to do something that you love!!! Merry Christmas!
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So true, love is the true and great magic of christmas ☃️🌲
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There is definitely a magic to the season! Thanks for reading. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas and new year!
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Thank you 🤩 and you! Have a lovely Christmas and a very happy New Year! ☃️
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