In the Midst of Celebration

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I know I'm a bit late with posting about this, but I wanted to say something.

Losing a small child is a pretty personal issue for me, but I still can't imagine what the families 

in Newtown are feeling right now.

I was caroling with my church group on Wednesday night, and we were singing 

"Away in a Manger" at an elderly couple's house. When we got to the third verse, I 

couldn't help but tear up, thinking of those children...

Be near me, Lord Jesus; 

I ask thee to stay

Close by me forever

And love me I pray!

Bless all the dear children

In Thy tender care,

And fit us for Heaven 

To live with Thee there.

I know they were welcomed with open arms. Those families are strong, incredible. 

They have felt every prayer, every wish for hope and peace sent their way.

I still believe in the innate goodness of people - if anything, this has strengthened that belief. One man hurt thousands, but those thousands have held each other up, helping one other heal.

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And I think that is what Christmas is about.