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Christmas Aftermath

One of the challenges to anticipation is forgetfulness. As we look ahead to Christmas, we have a tendency to forget what happened last year in hopes that this year will be right or better or more.

I'll start our 2007 advent calendar-blog on December 1. During this week, I'll be providing some preparatory thoughts.

Last December 26th we walked around our neighborhood and looked at the remnants of Christmas. By looking at what comes after, we can think about what we might change so the after is different this year.

anticipation

“I can’t believe it’s already Thanksgiving.”

I’ve heard this several times already this year. I’ve said it myself. Perhaps the oddness of the weather has confused us. Perhaps the stuff in our schedules crowds out our holiday awareness. Perhaps the Christmas decorations which replaced the Halloween decorations and supplanted the Thanksgiving decorations threw us off.

Whatever the cause, Thanksgiving appeared suddenly.  And that doesn’t help us in our thoughtfulness and thankfulness. Celebrating is best when there is anticipation, celebration, and reflection. Take away the first, and the other two miss something.

Advent is about anticipation, about looking forward.

So be forewarned.  It’s coming.

coming soon

that’s the whole idea behind advent. It is a word and a season of anticipation. Starting December 1, this site will walk you through advent, through a season of anticipation, reflection, and hope.

Come back occasionally for more information.