The road to Bethlehem ll

As I search through pictures, looking for memories on Kodak paper...
I take in the colors and textures of each one
and remember so fondly
the little Christmas outfits...
 the stories told...
the programs,
the Christmas eve candle light service,
santa,
the poems,
the songs,
but most of all the spirit of Christmas... when Jesus comes down and dwells with His people
I can see that Santa is a part of those Kodak moments..

Emi Jo 1987 (old community hall)

Lindsey Kay 1987

Lacey Lynn Belle Plaine Apple Barn 1987

Lacy Lynn 1987

Lacey on Mrs. Clause's lap, Linsey on L, Emi R front

Santa at school approx 1991

December 1992, Arlington Community Hall

It seems he may be pointing the way to Bethlehem, teaching us about fellowship and giving, holding the little ones on his lap - giving Christmas back to Jesus and raising his hands to praise the Lord for all the blessings we are  given on our journey.