Update of an old Christmas Carol

Christmas has finally come
And the goose will get no thinner.
We had no penny to put in the old man's hat
So we invited him to dinner  

An advent thought.

It is usually the unexpected events that bring me the most joy, when I see the first blossom on my pea plants, when that single blossom is joined by a multitude of blossoms, when the blossoms turn into beautiful pods that will mature and make food for me. - I expect this all to happen and I get impatient for it to happen in my time and then I realize that it will do what it is going to do in its own time. I will watch and wait and I will rejoice when it all comes to fruition.

Agreed?

You do not have to agree with me in the least to be my friend.

EXPECTATIONS

Are you looking for meaningful things to do?
What kind of experiences are you looking for?
Are you looking for the right things?
Are you looking in the right place?

Unexpected Joy

I got all dressed up in my formal wear and sang Handel's Messiah with a rather large choir and orchestra. It was and unexpectedly exciting and joyful experience for me. It seems that our performance moved the audience to stand and cheer when we finished. I can certainly see why performers are willing to put themselves in front of the public. The pay off is great when it happens.

Seven days into advent

Sometimes your expectations are too high. Wait Richard. Savor each moment until the moment arrives. Listen quietly. You might be surprised by what you hear.