Jessica Kelso

As I was out shopping with my mom yesterday, I couldn’t help but think about why it is we buy so many presents at Christmas time. I know it’s the season of giving and that’s nice and all, but when did it become a season of giving to only people who don’t have much of a need? I love buying gifts. I love to see the faces of my loved ones as they open up a new present, knowing what it is or not. I adore the excitement of kids on Christmas morning. I could never deprive our -future- children of that enjoyment. But I do want to start a new tradition. A tradition of loving others more and myself less.

If you have a minute, you should watch this video.

I love Christmas. . . but I am now learning to love it for different reasons. I’m starting to see how silly the lights, garland, and reindeer’s truly are in the big picture.

“Share with God’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.” Romans 12:13