This week we are seeing Christmas decorations going up in the different zones of the city! From used water bottle trees to tinsel strewn on wires, the neighborhoods are thinking Christmas Time! I have been reading Talmage's: Jesus The Christ little by little and that has made this humble place and Christmas time extra special for me. 
Edy just came to invite us to come see what they have done in their zone! He also came to wash the car. Saturday, he needed 200 escudos for a haircut and clean shave as he was going to be sustained as the 2nd counselor in the Sao Filipe 2nd branch and wanted to look just right. This is him just a couple of months ago, learning to tie a tie. Several months ago, he used to come visit Grandpa each Tues. at 10 am. He wanted to give up some traditions, and habits in his life. He is now preparing to serve a mission. He will do a great work.
I watch these young people smile when they receive a white shirt. They shave and trim their hair to look the best they can, and then add a tie for decoration. As we see the few Christmas lights and the many handmade decorations, I see how Decorations really do represent Celebrations of things we value.
Oh, and I will not make fun ever again of having a tablecloth (rough cut or beautifully embroidered) in Relief Society... after this singular sight yesterday...because... I know... what it means...
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These are the best Christmas decorations ever. Ok, I am going to do better at decorating. It doesn't have to be Martha Stewart to be festive! I love this! Thanks for the reminder of what is truly important!
I love you!
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