"Somehow, not only for Christmas,

But all the long year through,

The joy that you give to others,

Is the joy that comes back to you."

~John Greenleaf Whittier

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"Christmas in Bethlehem.

The ancient dream: a cold, clear night

made brilliant by a glorious star, the smell

of incense, shepherds and wise men

falling to their knees in

adoration of the sweet

baby, the incarnation of

perfect love."

~Lucinda Franks

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His joy...

His gift...

His love...

PEACE!