The SG Notebook

Away in a Manger
No Crib for his bed,
The Little Lord Jesus,
Lay down His sweet head.

I would imagine that you’ve taught this sweet little song to your children as most people have. I hope you’ve told them that yes, it is true that our Lord Jesus had no bed to sleep in like they did. And you may have told them that in most respects, humanly speaking, He was like other newborn babies, and that He even undoubtedly cried, even though the song says otherwise. I would imagine you have told them that this one special baby was different in one important aspect: He had no sin in His heart like they do, like all of us do. I hope you’ve told them His reason for coming and what He accomplished while He was here; that you told them of Calvary. Surely you’ve told your children all about this dear sweet Jesus and your desire that they will come to embrace Him as their own Savior if they haven’t already.

Christmas has come and gone for another year; if the Lord tarries in His second coming, it will come again. But the message will remain forever. I hope your family had a blessed day together, no matter to what extent you celebrate it.

Sweet sixteen. Yes, it’s the anniversary of the birth of a very special girl. Our daughter Neesie was born that day and came into our lives four days later by the avenue of adoption. Isn’t God good? Of course, we knew He was already, but with Neesie in our family it was even more evidence of His goodness.

She had a party, inviting many special friends from the past and present, with a theme “It’s a Wonderful Life.” We had fun reminiscing with a trivia quiz from the movie with Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed (which our family has watched over and over, especially, this time of year), making sundaes and writing a funny story of the birthday girl’s life. Each of the guests got to write a “chapter” so you know there were many good laughs and the finished product was a “movie script” that Neesie will keep as a reminder of the party and of her friends. Then, it all ended with popcorn and pizza and a viewing of the movie for all who wanted to stay.

Decorations were easy–a Christmas theme, of course, with much to choose from at the dollar store.

Thought some of you might want to try this as a party idea some day.

Maxine, a/k/a Nanna (and Mom)