Regular Life

We always take down our Christmas decorations on New Year's Day.  While it's a little sad to see them put away for another year, it's nice to get the house - and our lives - back to normal.  I really enjoy the holidays with all of the special events, the get-togethers, and especially the food!  But once January 1st hits, I relish getting back to my routine.  It's comforting, and feels quiet compared to the "loudness" of the holiday whirlwind.  So today, once everything was put away, we sat and relaxed with a cup of tea and watched the rain fall.  I felt the comfort of our "regular" life settle around me like a cozy blanket.  I snuggled into it, and found God there wrapped in the blanket with me.