Santa, Matthew and the Greatest Gift

Matthew went to see Santa, though he most likely will not remember it. First because he was only 3 weeks old and second because he was sound asleep through the whole thing. Being born the week before Thanksgiving thrust Matthew right into the middle of the holiday season, although he was blissfully unaware.

What does Matthew want for Christmas this year? Just something to eat, to be clean and dry and loved. Simple wishes. Probably the same wishes baby Jesus had, the ones all babies have no matter the time, culture or location. Right now life isn't complicated for Matthew and I'm praying that we model a simple life for our son as he grows up. 

The gifts we want for Matthew are the same ones we wish for all. Faith, hope and love. And the greatest of these he already has. May Matthew always know he is loved and may he share that greatest gift with a world that is crying out for it like a hungry infant in the dead of night. 

As we think of our baby we remember the birth of another child. One who calls us from fear to trust, from despair to hope, from darkness to light. One who saves. 

"An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven,   and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” Luke 2:9-14

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Your Big Sister

Matthew, we have discovered your biggest fan... your big sister Kenzie! From the first day we brought you home she has wanted to "hold you" and "kiss you" and be right where you are. She doesn't like it when you cry. Gets quite concerned and tells you "It's OK Matthew" and "Hey brother!" 

When you were born I got Kenzie a big sister gift (a little stuffed monkey) but she wanted YOU to have it instead. She came and laid it on your tummy. Kenzie has also shared some of her prized possessions with you, including Tigger and Pooh which she normally will not part with for anything. 

At diaper change time (which you are not a fan of so far) she is right there to help, handing up wipes and kissing your head and hands and talking to you. She even helps lay out your fresh diaper and takes the stinky one to the trash. You two will be great friends.

If, like most brothers and sisters, you have days when you aren't getting along perfectly, remember that your sister was your first fan and will ALWAYS love you. You have a bond like nobody else.