Luke 2
And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.
2 (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
3 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
5 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
12 And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
15 And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.
16 And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
Stella's Place 
Have a lovely Christmas Day, Stellars!
The Victorians were kinda weird…
LikeLiked by 5 people
Good morning, and Merry Christmas, Lucille!
LikeLiked by 4 people
Good Christmas morning, Texan! Thanks!
LikeLiked by 5 people
Merry Christmas Lucille!
LikeLiked by 2 people
Merry Christmas, WeeWeed! If you’re anything like me, the Christmas music is playing, presents have been opened, and dinner awaits. The key, as always, is moderation…but Christmas tradition is to eat until you’re as stuffed as the turkey was. Here’s to tradition!
LikeLiked by 2 people
A blessed, happy, merry, peaceful Christmas to all ya’all!
LikeLiked by 3 people
The same to you, Czarina! Bing is singing “White Christmas” and more favorites are lined up. Happy Christmas Day!
LikeLiked by 1 person
🎄🎅 A CHRISTMAS CAROL 🎅🎄 SIR PATRICK STEWART (1999) 🎄🎅
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Exunr-hzmrw&t=294s
LikeLiked by 4 people
Merry Christmas to all.
May everyone have a blessed & joyous Christmas filled with love, not only the love of those around us, but our recognition and love of the great sacrifice & Love of Christ Jesus. May the Peace that only God can give be with you all.
LikeLiked by 7 people
How wonderful to hear from you, GodandCountry! May the Lord richly bless you as we together celebrate our Savior’s birth.
LikeLiked by 4 people
Merry Christmas G&C!
LikeLiked by 1 person
President Trump Wishes Everyone a Merry Christmas….
LikeLiked by 6 people
.
LikeLiked by 5 people
Good mornin’, and Merry Christmas y’all! Coffee’s ready so you can kickstart your day. Enjoy every minute.
LikeLiked by 4 people
Sending these over for your Christmas collection, Texan….
LikeLiked by 5 people
Those make the coffee just a little bit better! Thank you.
LikeLiked by 4 people
You’re welcome! Save the Holly Jolly for me.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks T and good morning. Maybe I can think in a minute!
LikeLiked by 5 people
No rush! No wee ones to prepare for, so time is slowed down just a bit! 😉
LikeLiked by 4 people
Mornin’ and Merry Christmas y’all!
LikeLiked by 5 people
Good mornin’, Miss Wee! Thank you for posting that! Brings a little tear to my good eye! Merry Christmas!
LikeLiked by 5 people
I know that we all make mistakes, but if you’re a “prominent” politician, you might want to make sure when you’re advocating taking someone off your state’s ballot, you might have your facts straight.
https://www.stateofunion.org/2023/12/24/critical-error-found-in-california-lt-governors-call-to-remove-trump-from-ballot-2/
LikeLiked by 5 people
Everything else they do is wrong, why not this!
LikeLiked by 2 people
.
LikeLiked by 5 people
hehehe!
LikeLiked by 5 people
WEE!!!! 😯
LikeLiked by 2 people
😀
LikeLiked by 2 people
In other news, water is wet and the earth is round. Study shows boys born as a boy run faster than a girl. Regardless of what he calls himself.
https://hotair.com/david-strom/2023/12/21/it-took-a-study-to-prove-the-obvious-n600588
LikeLiked by 5 people
Well, whadd’ya know? Another politician backs up his words with his deeds. Surprise……it’s not one of ours!! Argentina taking steps to rid themselves of a political cancer. There is still hope for us.
https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2023/12/an_early_christmas_gift_to_argentina.html
LikeLiked by 5 people
Tuba Christmas!
TubaChristmas is a music concert held in cities worldwide that celebrates those who play, teach, and compose music for instruments in the tuba family, including the tuba, sousaphone, baritone, and euphonium, though some participants bring rarer members of the family such as the helicon, ophicleide, serpent and double bell euphonium.
The first TubaChristmas was organized by Harvey G. Phillips to honor his tuba teacher William Bell, born on Christmas Day 1902. It was held December 22, 1974, in the ice skating rink at New York City’s Rockefeller Center; Paul Lavalle conducted.[1] Over 300 musicians played that day, beginning a holiday tradition. The arrangements of the Christmas carols were written by Alec Wilder, who coincidentally died on Christmas Eve 1980.
It was not easy to convince Rockefeller Center to let hundreds of tubas play on the ice rink. Phillips had to provide the unlisted telephone numbers of some of his friends: Leopold Stokowski, Leonard Bernstein, Andre Kostelanetz, and Morton Gould. He was given free rein after his references were checked.[2
LikeLiked by 5 people
Mornin’ and Merry Christmas Czarina!
LikeLiked by 2 people
My older grandson took part in Tuba Christmas in Chicago when he was in high school. He played the euphonium! I ran across a photo of him with his friends just yesterday.
LikeLiked by 6 people
🙂
LikeLiked by 2 people
A’phabet Day or No “L” Day
National Pumpkin Pie Day – my brother thinks pumpkin pie is for Thanksgiving
And of course: Christmas
LikeLiked by 5 people
Do you get to see any of the bonfires where you live?
LikeLiked by 3 people
Not from in Mississippi. They are on the way far side of NO area. Czar and I went several times when we lived in NO. They are vey impressive. Worth adding to a Christmas vacation, especially on a bus tour so you don’t have to find them and park. Used to also have a paddle boat tour from NO docks.
LikeLiked by 4 people
Senator Paul’s annual Festivus Report. A true airing of the grievances. I honestly think a pack of monkeys could run the Country better than the idjits “in charge” currently.
Click to access Festivus-2023.pdf
LikeLiked by 5 people
I agree with you on the apes.
LikeLiked by 4 people
Good morning Stellars, and “Cheery be your path that lies under friendly Christmas skies!” 🙂 🙂
LikeLiked by 3 people
Mornin’ and Merry Christmas Weather!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Good morning everyone! 48° and cloudy this Merry Christmas morning.
LikeLiked by 4 people
Mornin’ and Merry Christmas Stella!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Rained all day yesterday, equaled almost 4”. Now windy and getting colder by the minute.
Turkey ready to go in the oven, need to peel and cook potatoes and mash them, and make the gravy when the turkey is done. Brother will pick up GGS from Gulfport, we will eat about 3.
Plumbing continues to be a problem. Plan to eat off paper plates.
LikeLiked by 4 people
Sorry to hear your plumbing problem is not completely solved. But, Merry Christmas anyway.
LikeLiked by 3 people
So sorry to hear that they didn’t yet fix your plumbing. Our big dinner was last night, so we are more relaxed today. I look forward to the rest!
LikeLiked by 3 people
Merry Christmas everyone!
LikeLiked by 3 people
Merry Christmas All. I was so excited to get to go to the Christmas Eve service last night. It was a packed house.
It was -7* when we got up this morning. A tad chilly. On our walk, I stopped to see if my car would start. Something happened yesterday and some lights were left on. I still don’t understand what it was. They are automatic.. But, the dear old thing started right up.
Must go for now. I aim going to my son’s to open presents. I hope you all have a great and blessed day.
LikeLiked by 4 people
Mornin’ and Merry Christmas Mom!
LikeLiked by 2 people
.
LikeLiked by 2 people
I SOLVED A MISSING PERSONS CASE 🥹❤️
@bondpeter
LikeLiked by 1 person
Christmas Present Paddler
MaineCoonCapers
LikeLiked by 1 person
Veteran breaks down in tears after gettting HUGE surprise 🥹❤️
@JimmyDarts
LikeLiked by 1 person