The Spirit of Christmas and the Spirit of America

The Nativity story of nearly twenty centuries ago is known by all faiths as a hymn to the brotherhood of man. For Christians, it is the fulfillment of age-old prophecies and the reaffirmation of God’s great love for all of us. Through a generous Heavenly Father’s Gift of His Son, hope and compassion entered a world weary with fear and despair and changed it for all time. On Christmas, we celebrate the birth of Christ with prayer, feasting, and great merriment. But most of all, we experience it in our hearts. For, more than just a day Christmas is a state of mind. It is found throughout the year whenever faith overcomes doubt, hope conquers despair, and love triumphs over hate. It is present when men of any creed bring love and understanding to the hearts of their fellow man. The feeling is seen in the wondrous faces of children and in the hopeful eyes of the aged. It overflows the hearts of cheerful givers and the souls of the caring. And it is reflected in the brilliant colors, joyful sounds, and beauty of the winter season. Let us resolve to honor the spirit of Christmas and strive to keep it throughout the year.
Ronald Reagan, President of the United States (1980-1988), Christmas Address to the Nation

 

You Can’t Steal Christmas by Sharon Steege

Dixie Lee “Quills” sent me this email and the author has a name instead of “anonymous”, entitled You Can’t Steal Christmas by Sharon Steege …

I don’t know who they are
Saying I can’t greet the crowd
The way that I want to;

Can’t say CHRISTMAS out loud.

I walk into a business place
See things that I’d rather not see.
But dare I not say CHRISTMAS
And ask for a “holiday” tree.

What happened to freedom of speech
And living in the land of the free?
How can they take my CHRISTMAS money.
But I can’t say MERRY CHRISTMAS to me.

Men and women have given their lives
So we could still go free.

I wonder how they would feel
At saying “HOLIDAY” TREE.

Come on, America, let’s wake up!
Don’t let our freedom escape.
hat else will they take?

This is starting to get out of hand.
And I have begun to keep track.
Well, I’ve just had enough;
I AM TAKING CHRISTMAS BACK.

So, MERRY CHRISTMAS, AMERICA!
I hope this gets all over the net.
If we stand united and take freedom back,
’Twill be our best CHRISTMAS yet!
Sharon Steege

Thanks, Dixie, for reminding us that a child born long ago is the “Reason for the Season”.

from the Lighthouse Patriot Journal

Don’t let the Grinch steal your Christmas!

Editor’s Note: If you haven’t noticed – Lighthouse Patriot Journal will have the holiday season look until January.

Christmas Notes: Remember the days when people made things for each other at Christmas? Well, if you did or didn’t, there is a website that provides printable paper models that you can make with your kids entitled Paper Toys. Batteries Not Required.

And another site, not necessarily related to the holidays – Expert Village – for those who learn better by doing or visual instruction. “How To” videos with a wide range of topics to choose from: auto maintenance to audio production to arts and crafts.