the view from here...

So, I've been on a bit of a technology fast these last few weeks. I think it had something to do with C.S. Lewis and his great line from The Weight Of Glory about being satisfied with making mud pies because we aren't even aware of the joy of a holiday at sea. That image has really resonated with my soul. I've been seeking a little more salty air and breathing deep and a little less staring at the dirt on the ground, all scrunched up looking for something that isn't there. I was determined from the start that this advent season wouldn't rush by with noise and activity. We had the tree up and the house decorated by Thanksgiving and have created a lot of space for daily worship. I'm filled with gratitude that God has pulled us close and that this time means so much more than presents and Christmas carols and holiday baking. The Gift seems so simple, the story only a few chapters long, but the significance is eternal and the joy is unspeakable. It's still blurry, but when I squint my eyes really hard I can sea the sunrise across the ocean. :)