Today we did our annual visit to the Christmas tree farm. This year we actually had all 5 kids with us. The past couple of years one or two of them have been off at college. Nice to have the whole gang participate today!
Posing in Santa's sleigh. Our fearless leader (ahem, always needs to be in charge) Ben took on the responsibility of Rudolph!
Feeding the sheep in the barn
Off for a ride in the wagon out to the field.
It was blustery, cold, rainy, and muddy- but fun!
Lydia found our perfect tree.
The little boys "helped" cut it down.
Below is summary of something I found online that gives a Christian meaning to the many "things" of Christmas. I love decorating for the holidays. I thought these explanations would be good for the boys and I as we enjoy those pretty decorations-
a good way to remember the real reason we celebrate Christmas!
CHRISTMAS TREE remains green all year round, showing the everlasting hope of mankind. The needles point heavenward, making it a symbol of our prayers that always reach God.
STAR: The Bethlehem star was the sign of promises long ago. God promised to send a Savior to deliver the world. The bright star pointed to the fulfillment of that promise—God’s only Son had been born!”
CANDLE symbolizes that Jesus, God’s Son, is the light of the world. When we see this light remember the One who overcomes the darkness.”
WREATH reveals the endless nature of God’s love. Real love never ceases. Nothing can stop God’s amazing love.”
SANTA symbolizes the generosity and good will we show to others because God has given us His very special Son.
CANDY CANE represents the shepherd’s staff. The crook on the staff rescues sheep who have strayed from the flock. God never gives up on people who wander from Him.”
ANGELS shouted the glorious news of the Savior’s birth. These heavenly messengers sang ‘Glory to God in the highest! Peace and good will to everyone on earth!’”
GIFTS: God deeply loves people, so He gave them His most precious gift—Jesus, His only Son. When the wise men arrived in Bethlehem, they bowed before the Child and presented gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. This is why we give gifts to others each Christmas.”
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