I am not an incredibly nostalgic person, but decorating the Christmas tree definitely brings out the feels! Growing up we received an ornament each Christmas that symbolized something from the year—something we liked, something we did, etc... David and I have continued that with our kids as well. Unwrapping each ornament reminds me of something or speaks to me in some way.
Today’s ornament: My first Christmas. Every year when I unwrap it at least one of the kids makes a comment about it being old and broken or about needing to throw it away. And I explain to them what this tradition is and what the ornaments mean. As I said before, sometimes the ornaments remind me and sometimes they speak to me, as this one does. It says, yes, Mom is old (in the eyes of kiddos), maybe a little broken and worn, but Mom is also beautiful, still rich in love, still meaningful and having a purpose. I’m reminded that God takes my brokenness, my imperfections, and He wraps them in His grace, still choosing to use me to be a light for Him in this world. He isn’t afraid or turned away by my broken wheels; as a matter of fact, He delights to show His strength in the midst of my weakness.
#anornamentaday #familytraditions
Today’s ornament: My first Christmas. Every year when I unwrap it at least one of the kids makes a comment about it being old and broken or about needing to throw it away. And I explain to them what this tradition is and what the ornaments mean. As I said before, sometimes the ornaments remind me and sometimes they speak to me, as this one does. It says, yes, Mom is old (in the eyes of kiddos), maybe a little broken and worn, but Mom is also beautiful, still rich in love, still meaningful and having a purpose. I’m reminded that God takes my brokenness, my imperfections, and He wraps them in His grace, still choosing to use me to be a light for Him in this world. He isn’t afraid or turned away by my broken wheels; as a matter of fact, He delights to show His strength in the midst of my weakness.
#anornamentaday #familytraditions