We discussed at some length recently in another thread, the meaning of Christmas and presents, being a parent and all that sort of thing. Today for a shining moment I saw the true meaning of this season in my 5 year old son's eyes and his huge smile. No presents, no religious differences, nothing more simple or more beautiful than a child's joy at a new light display on our mantle. Simple joy that reaches out to touch a parent's heart...that something we do that's not really so very much...brings such pleasure to a little person.

(with flash)


(without flash)


Sometimes seeing the world through one of my children's eyes is the best of blessings, no matter what season it is.