One Thousand Gifts (continued)

121) shimmering, brightly lit decorated Christmas tree
"...and its brilliance was like that of a very precious jewel..." (Revelation 21:11)

122) eager, helpful tree decorators

"For I know your eagerness to help..." (2 Corinthians 9:2)

123) an inheritance of our tree cutting tradition

"A good man leaves an inheritance for his children's children" (Proverbs 13:22).

124) Father-son moments

"Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the LORD" (Ephesians 6:4).

125) time for silliness
"A cheerful look brings joy to the heart" (Proverbs 15:30).



126) Oma's pancakes

127) children's enthusiasm

128) ice rink preparations

129) first snow flakes of the season!

130) Christmas lights, but more importantly, Jesus, the Light of the world

131) forgiveness

132) healing

133) new day, new week

134) children singing Christmas songs