This is perhaps, one of my all time favorite Christmas scriptures:
“But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.” ~ Luke 2:19
It speaks to me.
It pulls at my heartstrings.
It is especially poignant for me this Christmas season as I cradle my own babe in my arms, and since this is undoubtedly our last little one, it is that much more special.
Without fail, this verse always evokes the most tender emotions in me. It makes me want to be a better person, in particular a better mother. A mother who is more patient and nurturing, one who is less reactive and explosive.
This scripture also makes me want to be a better wife, a better sister, a better daughter and a better friend. It fills me with a fulness of joy. It fills me with charity, which is indeed the pure love of Christ. “The Christmas spirit is the Christ spirit.” ~ President Thomas S. Monson
And because this is one of my favorite scriptures, it probably helps explain my deep adoration for all things dealing with the Nativity.
I can’t get enough of the perfect emotion and pure love and affection that these artists capture in their masterpieces.
“The spirit of Christmas is something I hope all of us would have within our hearts and within our lives, not only at this particular season, but throughout the years.” ~ President Thomas S. Monson
What a beautiful collection of images. I do love the thought of Mary and all her pondering. I often wonder how much she knew about what was in store for her. I hope you have a Merry Christmas!
Thank you for this beautiful Christmas reminder. I love the artwork you posted, too. Merry Christmas!
You truly have the spirit of Christmas!!!
Ditto
Merry Christmas, friend.
THANK YOU for sharing these gorgeous pic of Mary. You don’t see them enough. I feel overwhelmed with my responsibility as a mom…I can’t imagine how she felt!
I love the pic of you and A and the second pic of Mary! So precious. You have such great perspective!