More Christmas

I'm still recovering from hosting Christmas dinner last night--17 people, after all was said and done.  The Alien Child's girlfriend also came over, as her trip to Oklahoma was curtailed by the massive snowstorm that closed the airports there.  But, the more the merrier at the Harbaugh house at Christmas!

It may sound odd to some to say so, but this really is the beginning of the Christmas season for us--liturgically.  Remember the 12 days of Christmas song?  Well, the Twelve Days begin on Christmas day for those who are Christians, although of course we prepare for Christmas like everyone else in the secular world (what people call the "Christmas season" is Advent for the regular church-goers). 

Which makes me realize, Christmas is both a secular and religious holiday.  The secular folks celebrate in their own way in the weeks prior to and on December 25th, whereas religious Christians go through the preparatory weeks of Advent, then celebrate on December 25th and for the 12 days afterwards...but not strictly, because we get into the secular before-Christmas fun, too.

All of which makes for an extra-long Christmas season for regular church-goers.  And which can make for extra fatigue, but I think the extra fatigue is laid on pastors more than anyone else. 

But I am feeling particularly relaxed right now and not inclined to do much, especially now that my right eye has ceased twitching.  Hmm.

Still, onwards and upwards. I need to venture out to get some split peas, so as to make split pea soup from the spiral sliced ham remains.  My niece Elizabeth loves split pea soup, so I will make sure to get some for her as well. 

But still, it continues to be Christmas, so here is something to consider.  If you are on Twitter, do a search for #gooddeed, which is a very Pollyanna search.  I think you will like what you find.

Much love to you all!