First of all, today is Jesus' birthday. If you do not believe, I am sorry for you. Not sorry that I celebrate the birth of Jesus, but sorry that you do not. I will never hold that against you, but expect that you respect my feelings and beliefs as well.
Secondly, it's about the kids! I am in no way saying that I don't wish to receive presents, but I would rather forfeit what ever I may have to provide for my son. My son is a terriffic young man. When he woke up this morning, under our two foot table top tree was a single video game and a heating blanket. He was so excited! He said, "I told you Santa would come mom! How did he know I wanted a heating blanket?" My heart felt so good. Here it was, the smallest Christmas we have ever had, and he was more than happy with what he had received. At 15, most children no longer believe in Santa. Not my Steven. I think he will believe in Santa forever.... and why not? I think it's beautiful.
Now here's the kicker. I have been talking back and fourth a little, (and I mean minimully as to respect his privacy) to a celebrity that I, myself Idolized as a child. I have followed this group of people since 1985. I have attended two different functions in which they were there. One when I was 12, the other in 2009.
A couple of days ago, my son received a DM from one of them (I feel annonymity is important in this situation) wishing him a Merry Christmas. That was awesome! Steven was so happy, he had said he needed nothing more for Christmas. What an unselfish boy.
Today, another message..... I was pleasantly surprised! Even though Steven was happy, I had hoped to do more for him this year. A couple DM through my account, Steven does not have a twitter or facebook at this time, and then an offer. He was gonna send Steven his cell phone number so that Steven could text him back himself!!! WOW! And so it was. I sent a DM with my son's phone number (something I normally wouldn't even consider) and listened to him laugh each time his phone went off. They talked back and fourth a little, and Steven asked if there is any way they might meet in person some day! The answer, "I'll see what I can do." That is just amazing! (to me anyway)
So what is Christmas to me? A time to believe in miracles, no matter how big or small. A time to thank God for Jesus Christ. A time to enjoy your family and friends, be they old or new! And most of all, a time to think about those around you and be thankful for the things you have while praying for those that have nothing!
The only thing else I can say is Thank You for making a young man feel extra special on the specialist of all days!
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