amidst the soft glow

We did get a new Christmas tree, and it's growing on me.

A few nights ago I sat snuggling with the pups enjoying the soft glow of the tree.  No other lights were on.  It was quiet.  The pups were falling asleep on either side of me.  And as I sat in the stillness admiring the ornaments on our tree that represented memories and milestones from over six years, I was overcome with thankfulness.  We are so blessed.

Tonight I'm sitting here again.  Everyone else is asleep and I'm not feeling well.

But somehow being near our tree and bundled up on the couch feeling Jesus' embrace makes everything okay.

Exhausted and weary tonight.

But a heart that is full and hopeful.