Friday, December 24, 2004
DECEMBER 24
They look like the crown jewels of Heaven.
The snowstorm that swept through northeast Ohio over the last two days left the trees covered in ice. Today the sun is out, striking that ice and turning the tree branches into diamonds. Every branch, every tiny twig has a coating of ice that is staying in place despite the sun thanks to low temperatures and a very cold wind. Running errands this morning provided a good opportunity to appreciate God's artistry. It has no equal.
Everywhere I've been in the last couple of days, I've heard nothing but "Merry Christmas." It seems that all of the "Holiday" cheer finally woke up to the reason for the season.
May God grant to each of you abundant Christmas joy.
