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I am an early riser…I get up while the heavens are still dark…

before the birds and animals come out to play…

before the night moves on and gradually gives way to the day.

But over the years being up at this time…while many are still asleep

has given me a wealth of memories I shall forever keep.

Take the other morning for instance…we were a handful of days before Christmas

when, on a cold and silent night…

the sky, though dark, was so clear every star was shining bright.

As I looked up at that magical sky…I was blessed with a wonderful sight

the trees that surround our cabin seemed decorated in star light. 

As I stood there bundled up…it was a mere 16 degrees…

It looked to me like a million fireflies were nestled in the trees.

Legend has it that Martin Luther was walking through the forest

(I’m sure…also trying not to freeze)

when he was struck by the beauty of the stars 

shining though the evergreen trees.

And he created this tradition…

that is still followed by your family and ours

when he brought an evergreen inside for his children

and decorated it with candles to represent the stars.

Standing outside this morning…looking up…I admit I was in awe

as I felt what Martin Luther must have felt…seeing what he saw.

It made me stand there a little longer…trying my best not to freeze

while watching nature prepare for Christmas…by decorating all her trees.

Yes…for years I rise early…as night gently and gradually gives way to day

and with memories like this to greet me…I would’t have it any other way.