Something to learn from Mary

I was looking up talks and scriptures recently on Mary (Christ's mother). I found it so fascinating. I've always been interested in Mary for a couple of reasons. One- she's the ultimate mother. She'd have to be to be the Savior's mother. Two- she demonstrated incredible faith. And Three- the trials that she went through in her life are so astounding. To bring a child into the world as a virgin, then to raise that child knowing how special He is, and last.....to watch that Son be tormented, cursed, and ultimately sacrificed for all of mankind. Could you picture having to watch one of your children drag a cross down the street on their back and then be hung on it for 3 excruciating days. I think Mary must have died with Him. But then the WONDROUS things she had in her life as well. To be chosen to be the mother of our Savior, to witness and teach the Savior as a child, to know who He was and how much He meant to the entire world. The pride Mary must have had would be incredible too I think. The thing, I find most interesting about Mary is this........she was around 15-16 years old! The fact that Mary, who was not much older than a child herself, was chosen to be the mother of the Lord. I feel so incompetent compared to her, and yet I am almost twice her age that she was when she had the Savior. One thing that gives me joy though is this.......Christ loved His mother. Christ loved everyone, but Mary was His mother, and He had a special place for her in His heart, because she was His mother. So the saying that, "nobody loves you like your mother." The opposite is duly true. "No one loves their mothers like their children." This is not always true in this world, but I think in most cases, it's true. We could learn so much from Mary and Christ's relationship. Joseph included. He was an incredible father to the Lord. He'd have had to be, to be able to accept what was happening to Mary. I hope that we all remember Christ especially during this time of year. I hope you all feel His love this Christmas. Much love.........

Little Drummer Boy

Not only is this one of my favorite Christmas songs of all times, it also means something personally to me. I often find myself struggling with questions like, "what do I have to offer the world? What good am I doing here?" etc. The Little Drummer Boy is one of those classic stories about humility. I am surrounded by talented people. I have a very talented family and talented friends, but it's always hard to see the talent in yourself. When I think about what I have to offer my Heavenly Father, it's hard to think of anything worthy of giving. So like the little drummer boy, I am trying to find what the Lord has given me and use it to give something back. I have no gifts to bring, and especially at this time of year and season, it seems doubly important to give something back to our Lord who sacrificed so much for us. So here is what I've decided to give. I've decided that I am going to give my heart to Him this Christmas season. I am going to share my heart and love to other people in His name. I am going to visit the elderly, go visiting teaching, but mostly just CARE! How often I find that there is so little caring in the world. Everyone just does their thing and they don't take a good look around at what they could be offering the world or someone in need. So I am writing this down as my Christmas mission this year. I will serve and love with all my ability and hopefully make Him proud of me. I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas, filled with the love pure love of Christ. Give your most precious gift back to the Lord. Give your whole heart and soul. Love His children.

Christmas Letter 2010

Top 10 Reasons Why Christmas will be Different for the Thompson Family this Year.

1. Bridger may have a new Christmas hairdo this year, if he keeps chewing on the lights on the Christmas tree.

2. Jolie may be spending Christmas this year with Santa. She’s come to me with great thought and determination on this matter. She’s explained to me that she would like to spend this Christmas with Santa on his sleigh, feeding Rudolph peanuts. I’m not sure why peanuts, but she’s convinced he likes them. She’s already discussed this with Santa at the Church Christmas Party. So as far as I know, she may be spending the holidays at the North Pole this year. I hope she has fun! I will miss her.

3. Allee may wake up Christmas morning, with her stocking plum full of reindeer poop this year. I told her that for every time she sasses or talks back, there will be a reindeer dropping in her stocking in place of candy. Not sure how I’m going to pull that off, but I’m determined. *giggle*

4. I got to go to the Forgotten Carols show this year. It was a perfect way to get a good grasp of Christmas Spirit. I’m enjoying this season much more thanks to that. I truly feel His love this Christmas season. I am also determined to make the holiday spirit stretch as far as I can take it into the New Year.

5. Quinn may be spending Christmas in a padded room this year. Due to hyperinflation this year, he’s decided that he may need to rent a room after balancing the checkbook. We will have to bring Christmas to him this year I suppose. No sharp objects for him this Christmas. *giggle*

6. Bridger got his two front teeth just in time for Christmas this year. . . . . . . Bridger, please stop chewing on the lights.

7. Jolie might be sporting diapers this year, if we can’t get her to stop peeing her pants. So might Mommy for that matter, if she can’t control herself when she laughs. *giggle* Oops!

8. Allee might also be sporting a new do this Christmas season. I’ve threatened to shave her head if she doesn’t quit sucking on her hair. The time is near. Good thing she’s got a cute face, for not everyone can pull off being bald. Except of course, you honey! *giggle* Ahhhhhh! Quinn put down those buzzers! I’m sorry, I’m sorry, I’m sorry! Your not going bald, I take it back!

9. I will be the one that will be playing Santa this year. I have decided that I’m the better choice, since it won’t take as much stuffing for me to fit in the suit. I’m working on my ho ho ho’s and trying desperately to grow a full beard. But I’ve got the tummy that jiggles like a bowl full of jelly down to an art! Yes! Wish I could make those pounds “dash away, dash away, dash away all.” But I am now in tune with my inner Santa and figure that can wait until next year. *giggle*

10. And last but not least. . . . . . . . .Bridger! Dang it! Quit chewing on those dang lights! Don’t you smile at me! No, no, you put down that glass ball right now. I mean it son, if you don’t stop. . . . . . . .*buzzzzzz* Ah man! Well Merry Christmas all! I gotta go flip a breaker! Ooof! Dang it Allee, I thought I told you to move your shoes! *giggle* Shut up Quinn.

Hoping you are having a very Merry Christmas and wonderful New Year!
Love,
The Thompson Circus

Night on the town!

Well, I am now going to go see the Forgotten Carols tonight. I am pretty excited. It should be really good. Nothing to get you into the Christmas spirit like that. My amazing husband, mom and sister have taken over babysitting duty so that I may go with my friend Andrea. So let the fun begin. =)