The family's chilling in the basement playing games. I took break to sneak outside and snap a quick photo...not the best photo, but you can see our little inflatable nativity scene and some newly-fallen snow. It's been a wonderful day.
Sometimes, like tonight, we feel a million miles away from others. We're only an hour north from where we once lived, but the distance feels sometimes (like tonight...) compounded. Then again, leaving the world behind and being gathered under one roof with your loved ones does not necessarily guarantee an isolated feeling, but it can be one of gratitude and reflection.
Navigating this world is not supposed to always be easy...there's a lot of pain, a lot of trails, roadblocks, things that get in your way. Yet, on the other hand, through the pain and heartache comes growth and development. Tonight I'm blessed to be surrounded by family. Many are not. Many have people missing at the dinner table, presents not under the tree for loved ones this year. I pray for their comfort, for we will all be them one day...if not this Christmas, then one in the future. One day that missing place, those missing presents will have been for us.
I hope all who this post reaches will enjoy the day, enjoy the time. I know if they reflect on others, it will be a good day. Happy Christmas from the Top of Utah! May your day be wonderful.
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