Christmas Eve

On Christmas Eve, come twilight, I light the paper luminaries in the front yard.  

By the time the sun sets, the luminaries are glowing. They are lit all over town on Christmas Eve, a tradition that makes me smile.

Then we enjoy some appetizers and fizzy drinks while we play some games.  There is warmth, laughter, and happiness.  I am reminded of all the blessings that I enjoy and I am grateful for them all.

These long-standing traditions remind me of Christmases past; they make the current season lovely and bright.

That’s happy!