Have we forgotten why we celebrate Christmas?
Have we forgotten about the Holy Night when a precious little baby was born in Bethlehem?
He was wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger, surrounded by his Holy Mother Mary and his Earthly Father Joseph, and they named him Jesus as instructed by the Angel.
Above them shone a great star which led the host of Angels and the Three Wise Shepherds and the Three Wise Men to the stable to worship Him.
Yes, let us celebrate giving cards and gifts.
Yes, let us give and go to parties.
Let us decorate our Christmas trees and have lights and tinsel and ornaments.
But let us not forget the reason for the season …
Let us not forget the Joy, the precious gift of salvation, and
Peace on Earth and good will toward men.
By Hope Bradley Finley
Editor’s Note: Hope Bradley Finley is a 95-year-old Mattapoisett resident who, despite the loss of eyesight and hearing, has continued in her pastime of writing poems and essays. The Wanderer is happy to share them with our readers.