Prepare Ye the Way!
It is a very sentimental thing to step into the church and see the beautiful decorations each Advent season. I moved into my place in the sixth row, next to Joanne, and felt so at home…surrounded by love and good people.
This year, I have set up my own nativity figures at home, carved by Al Gerritsen. I had dreamed to own a set hand carved by this humble and gifted artist for so many years and because of interesting circumstances, this is the year it happened. It was awesome to spend time with Al in his studio. He was busy, at the time, staining another project and the entire shop was filled with that magical aroma of wood. Before placing the creche figures, I pulled a piece of violet satin and netting over the book shelf. The wreath is set out on the feast table and now it is time to wrap the fruit cakes for the post!
A beautiful nativity set.