Does Christmas move? Well, probably not, since it is more of an idea than a place.
But, we do locate things don’t we? So, for many of us, Christmas is often tied to being somewhere, somewhere like home (they have songs along these lines, don’t they?). For many (where it is not a negative thing), home likely represents a place of closeness and connection with those we love.
In that regard, we had some epic plans for Christmas this year — with the whole family together. This week has disrupted those in significant ways. But, while there may be some (relatively small) disappointments, this week’s events have put into sharper relief things that we value even more.
All we really have to do is move Christmas. So, we will now huddle up as a family in Indy and likely reflect afresh on what it really means to have each other. Conner will likely leave the hospital tomorrow. We hope for continued healing for his body and strength for days ahead, whatever they bring to us.
And, we are especially grateful for our son’s life and the reminder of what we really have with each other as we celebrate Christmas this year…because Christmas can move with us to wherever we are.
