Waiting in Advent
I'm still buzzing from the annual Advent breakfast with my dear friends. What struck me (again) is that we're all waiting for something--wholeness, money, happiness, companionship, insight, community. The trick is to somehow live comfortably in the not-yet. Seems like that's what Advent is all about.
On my mirror (are you tired of hearing what's posted there yet?!), I have a little strip of paper that says, "Be content. Yearn." It reminds me that there is so much to rest in AND so much to yearn for at the same time. If I get too settled, I'm not much good in the world. If my longing takes over, I'm liable to be unhappy and restless.
Are you waiting for Christmas treats? Sorry. They're slow in coming around here. I have some work deadlines and the Christmas Spirit hasn't manifested itself in caramel corn or fudge yet. I promise to let you know when it does.
P.S. Emily made some stunning Apple Pecan Breakfast Buns. I plan to make them soon.
December 13, 2010
Reader Comments (5)
So true, so true. xo
this was good.
What a lovely tradition. Sugar highs come and go, but your Advent message is steadfast. Thanks you for sharing!
I have thought of having an advent breakfast, that is a brilliant idea! From where I come from we drink mulled wine and eat saffron buns for advent. And you are so right, we wait and we long and we appreciate what we have and we enjoy! Happy Holidays to you!
We have scaled back our Christmas this year since my husband has been out of work and it is a blessing in disguise. Instead of running myself ragged, we are so far enjoying this Christmas time just by enjoying each others company - and isn't that what its all about anyway?!