"...that baby in the manger..."

“I think it’s appropriate this time of year to just think 

about that baby in the manger. Don’t be too overwhelmed 

or occupied with what is to come; just think about that little baby. 

Take a quiet, peaceful moment to ponder the beginning of 

His life—the culmination of heavenly prophecy

 but the earthly beginning for Him.” *Elder D. Todd Christofferson

“But first and forever there was just a little family, without toys or trees or tinsel. With a baby – that's how Christmas began.” Elder Jeffery R. Holland

For me, it's this simple. Life can become so hectic and fraught at this time of the year. But for me, Christmas is distilled down to the elements of this first Christmas. The baby, His parents, those who heralded His birth and came to worship Him. All the rest is just "stuff" and "stuff" can be set aside if we focus on the essence of this sacred time of year.

So, join me, if you will; and cling to the Spirit of love and peace that were introduced on that first Christmas Eve so long ago. Let's feel the Spirit, embrace the peace, and share the love.

Merry Christmas with all my love and best wishes for a safe and blessed New Year!

Love,

Netty