I was going to hold off writing this weekend with family in town and Christmas weekend. But some events that happened to me and my family yesterday made me more than ever realize why I celebrate this holiday.
My day started like all other Christmas mornings. The youngest of four up at four a.m. saying Santa came and me telling her to go back to bed for a few more hours.....That lasted to six. Then the opening of presents by the children and the typical chaos that ensues for about an hour in my house before everyone scatters to go and play. Then we went to church as we always do.
I have been a devout Catholic all my life and try to instill in my children the meaning of Christmas based on my Catholic faith and upbringing. I try to get them to understand the real importance of the holiday and not the commercialization it has become. Just, when you think there is no hope for your kids, and everything you are trying to teach them has been in vain; they do somethng to suprise you.
My six year old daughter. When I asked my kids if Santa brought them everything they wanted my six year old said "but Daddy I did not need all of these things. Today is about the birth of Jesus. He was born today to save us. We should be celebrating his birthday."
The joy and love that filled my heart at that moment of the day made me realize what I am most grateful for this holiday and everyday even more....my family. Because there is no greater gift than being able to spend it with the ones you love.......
I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas. I know I had one I will never forget.
Dave diCecco
Realtor/Broker
www.davedicecco.com
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