Where does joy begin for you? Sure, the holiday celebrations offer a cacophony of bells and whistles to bedazzle, stimulate our senses, entertain and distract us, but the heart yearns for more than fanciful trappings. The longing to love and to be loved, and to just be in that place of comfort and familiarity we call home is in our DNA; it’s where our hearts live and thrive. It’s “Where Joy Begins” for each of us, especially during the season of peace, love and joy.
- Snow falls, a quiet parade,
Lights strung but colors fade,
A tree dressed tall, but I just feel small,
Without the voices that made it all.- Home for the holidays, that’s where joy begins,
Not the gifts or golden ribbons, but the love within.
A fire burns brighter when you’re by my side,
The season’s only magic is you, arms open wide.- Tinsel sparkles, but it can’t sing,
Carols hollow when the bells don’t ring,
Empty chairs ’round the table I set,
Remind me of faces I’ll never forget.- What’s a feast without laughter?
A toast without cheer?
It’s the hearts, not the holly,
That make this time of year.- Home for the holidays, that’s where joy begins,
Not the gifts or golden ribbons, but the love within.
A fire burns brighter when you’re by my side,
The season’s only magic is you, arms open wide.- I could lose the snow, the candles, the glow,
Take away the stockings, the wreath, the show.
But leave me the faces, the stories we weave,
That’s the only gift I’ll ever need to receive.
For some of us, the only way to be home for the holidays is over a video call, phone conversation or just a simple text. Some have to make due with memories an daydreams. Whatever your situation, remember the reason for the season, soften your heart and let the joy within you blossom. Our Savior is celebrating the holidays with you! That’s it. Mic drop!
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