You are looking at my favorite of the three trees in the house. There is the “big tree” in the living room, a table top tree in the office, and this six and a half foot narrow tree in the TV room. What makes this tree so special? Every year we have placed a photo ornament of each of the grand kids on this tree since they were infants. When they turn eighteen we place their last ornament on the tree. This year the youngest grandchild turned eighteen, so the tree is complete with seventy-two memories of Christmas past. Every ornament is a trip down memory lane and a reminder of the importance of family. Have a blessed Christmas.
I usually save this song for later in the marathon but I decided to move it up in the order this year. “O Holy Night” is a Christmas classic and has been covered by virtually every artist with vocal chords. Some have performed this song very well, but I don’t think there is a more appropriate vocalist for this song than David Phelps. You really need to listen to this through a good set of speakers.
Another classic that I usually reserve for late in the marathon is the Hallelujah Chorus. I love everything about the concept of this video.
May your Christmas and your heart be filled with the glory that is Christ and His amazing, saving grace. To God be the Glory!
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I can see why this tree is your favorite of all the trees. I’ve watched your grands grow up too. This made me smile. I know how you and your wife are so proud of them. As you should be.
Love both videos, but the last one is my favorite.
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Every ornament tells a story. I can sit for an hour and just look at the ornaments and be reminded of the stories.
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Nice choices today
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Thank you.
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It would be my favorite tree too ~ You are, indeed, blessed and beautiful holiday photos and music ~ Xo
Happy Week to you,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (Creative Harbor)
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Blessed barely begins to describe my situation.
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What a wonderful family tradition! There’s nothing like a photo to spark memories and this tree is filled with them. Thanks for sharing two beautiful Christmas songs today. Have a joyful holiday season!
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Like most good things around our house, the photo tree was my wife’s idea. It has become a family treasure.
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The opera company was a beautiful accompaniment to you children’s ornaments! Happy Monday!
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That flash mob video has been a favorite of mine for years.
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What a lovely family tradition, those photos on your large tree (and once again, may I complement your wife on her decorating skills- she did the tree, I’m guessing). The small city where I worked before we were sent home due to the pandemic has a community chorus that performs Handel’s Messiah each year. Last year was virtual. This year it will only be part 1 and The Hallelujah Chorus to keep it short. Hopefully next year it will be back to normal. I can’t even imagine shopping crowds like in that video. What fortunate shoppers to hear that pop up. Alana ramblinwitham
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As a high school student in the sixties, Tulsa used to have a presentation of Handel’s Messiah that featured a combined choir from all six local high schools. It was awesome to be a part of that event.
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What a “grand” idea for a tree!
Love the music, thank you.
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It is one of my very favorite family traditions.
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Merry Christmas!
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