Many of us attend the mandatory Christmas programs, pageants and plays. Who doesn't love seeing their child in one? We all tend to go a little silly when "our" child has a part and often have stories that remain with us through out the years.
I remember once my daughter was completely left out until the last minute. The teachers asked her if she would want to be an angel and her reply was---"Well I am one, so yes!" And some of the outfits I dressed my son in--the most garish plaid slacks ever. What was I thinking?
And before you know it, you're attending programs that your grands are in. I'll never forget when the youngest was 3 and Papa walks to the stage for photos and she very loudly says, "Hi Papa!"--what a treat that was.
This year the thought came to me there won't be many more to attend. This little lady is now in junior high. Of course every song sung, I could hear her voice.
Another first. . .being able to attend an open house where there were carolers. Yes, one was a grand.
I remember once my daughter was completely left out until the last minute. The teachers asked her if she would want to be an angel and her reply was---"Well I am one, so yes!" And some of the outfits I dressed my son in--the most garish plaid slacks ever. What was I thinking?
This year the thought came to me there won't be many more to attend. This little lady is now in junior high. Of course every song sung, I could hear her voice.
If you have not seen the stage performance of a Christmas Carol, do so. There is no comparison between it and the movie.
Another first. . .being able to attend an open house where there were carolers. Yes, one was a grand.
Finally, the annual photo with the tree!
I'm ready, how about you?
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I'm sure this will be a very different Christmas for you without your dear husband, but I hope the memories of happy holiday times you two shared through the years will carry you through any moments of sadness. Merry Christmas, Joy! (You have the perfect Christmas name!)