Christmas 2012

The end did not come after all.  Four days ago, the end of the world was part of at least four conversations I had with my children, thanks in part to the publicity numerous outlets gave the "event." And yet, we are still here.  I am grateful but in a different kind of way.  Christmas is an annual reminder that God has not given up on creation.  Though we will open presents in a few hours and the chaos of the day will whirl us around.  In the quiet of this moment, I am grateful that God has not given up hope.  Merry Christmas.