The Puddles

I always love this time of year. Decorating the tree is a magical, majestic, and scary (especially when they climb the really tall ladder) event. The christmons are laid out on the altar and the children have the freedom to pick up and hang where the ornaments any where on the tree.  A couple of the men “man” the ladders to help the kids get to the higher points, but the moment is lead by the kids.  Each child picking out the ornament that the think is the prettiest or means something to them or is easy (has a hook on it already) or like their best friend’s etc.  The parents hang out in the pews talking amongst themselves while the kids work.  This tree is really for the children anyways.   When I took Ben’s picture with his friend Cason, I so wanted to know what they are whispering to each other!  I am also grateful for the strong hands holding the ladders making sure that the children are safe.  I am grateful for Ms. Mary who lays out all of the ornaments and doesn’t bat an eye when one gets dropped and breaks (she is very patient).  I am thankful for a church who lets the children decorate the Christmas tree that sits front and center.  What a wonderful and beautiful tradition!