Alphabet Advent – P is for…
Poinsettia Maria and Pablo quietly walked along the dusty road. Earlier they had been chattering with excitement and joy. Their entire village was celebrating the birth of Christ. A life size nativity was being displayed at their church. Traditionally everyone would bring exquisite gifts for the Christ child on Christmas Eve, but Maria and Pablo did not have anything to give their Savior. Their hearts were heavy as the walked empty handed into town. In a moment of inspiration, Pablo suggested they gather the green plants along the way to create a soft bed for the manger. With renewed enthusiasm they quickly picked the softest of plants and scurried to the church so they could place their gifts before the Christmas Eve service began. The door creaked as the children slipped into the chapel. They began carefully placing their gift in the manger. They tucked and twisted the leaves so the baby Jesus would have a soft bed. Maria silently prayed that their gift would be acceptable. A warm ca...