Blog #77

By Kevin V. Hunt

Christmas is here and it is a beautiful season of the year. At this time we get to spend much time with family and friends. The shopping is mostly done. The plethora of school concerts and programs are now history. We are shifting from the fast lane into Christmas coasting at a bit lower speed.

The weather here in Arizona is absolutely amazing at this season. It is about 70 degrees each day. A rough life, but someone has to do it. (And it is times like this that makes June with 115 degrees almost bearable!)

We have enjoyed being home from our mission to Nauvoo but deep in our hearts, the joyful memories remain. We are enjoying time and experiences with the many grandchildren. We have 23 grands around us here whom we see often and it is so great to spend time with each of them.

We have spent much time working to get our home organized and in order. This has been a major feat but we have almost got it conquered. The place looks amazing.

We had the opportunity to chair a special event. This was the stake “Nativities from Around the World” event. This was held this past weekend. We had a fabulous team of folks to work with and the event came off wonderfully. We had about 500 people in attendance – plus another 85 people who were musicians who performed and shared their talents. We had some 220 nativity sets beautifully displayed for all who came. We believe that all felt the light of Christ and the Holy Ghost witnessing to them of the divinity and simple majesty of the Savior’s birth as the Son of God.

Our hope for all of you is that you have a joyous Christmas as you spend precious time with your families and friends. May the Spirit and Light of Christ, God His Father, and the Holy Ghost be with you all.

I am pleased to share with you my (35th or so) annual Christmas poem/hymn. This has long been my tradition. This is what came to me as inspiration of the Holy Ghost – whom I love and appreciate. it is great to work in tandem with Him.

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Our love and best wishes to all of you … enjoy the Christmas trail!

Kevin and Lou Hunt