This year, give yourself a gift

Bonnie Demerjian

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church

Who among us doesn’t occasionally, or more often, sigh with exhaustion at the thought of Christmas? So many presents yet to buy, activities to attend, trips to the store or far away.

Too often, we’re overshadowed by a cloud of obligation and fatigue and maybe not even realizing it — so used we are to its presence. It can be hard to remember that this is a time of light breaking into the world, of God taking human form.

This year, give yourself a gift — a moment or more of silence, maybe a walk on Volunteer Trail or just around the block. Set your lists aside, sit in your armchair, do nothing.

Welcome the peace that passes all understanding into your needy and ready heart.