A Welcome View from my Window

I was happy to get the call this morning. My only concern is for those who may be traveling--Andy from Grand Haven to Holland? Patterson's to Chicago? Woehlke wedding attenders? Keep them safe, Lord!

My plans for today. First, catch up on some blogs. Second, straighten up my house (somehow it got away from me-- boxes and packing from UPS deliveries, collections of Christmas cards, gifts from people at church, and unfinished Christmas projects clutter my home. Third, finish up some of those Christmas projects. Fourth, if I can travel a mile away, go get my haircut. All this while nursing my sore throat, cold, or sinus infection--whatever it is.

The Christmas program on Sunday night went very well. I was moved by how well the children did--particularly one 6th grader who was less than cooperative during the practices. Art Sarkkinen's singing of "Joseph's Song" and "Mary Did You Know?" was also a highlight. My mom and three of her friends from Brecon Village did a great job accompanying the kids with their bells. There were no pre-school bloopers this year. All in all it was a worshipful and satisfying evening. Here are some of our attempts at "Grandchildren at the Manger" pictures.