Christmas and Chrismation

It was a wonderful finish to the Nativity fast, and a beautiful beginning of celebration. I was very blessed to be Godmother to a certain girl, and to celebrate the birth of our savior.

photo by D

photo by D

photo by D

a family christmas

It is refreshing to spend time with others, especially with the anticipation and celebration of the birth of Christ. Here are a few photos of joy. I love the photos D took :) and had to share them.

photo by D

photo by D

photo by D

monastery

Over the Thanksgiving break, D and I along with my parents, ventured off to a monastery in West Virginia (Holy Cross Hermitage). It was a still weekend, visiting the monks. Their love for the land and the animals there is evident, and humbling. Their work milking the cows, making soap, and crafting incense is so tangible! I loved hearing the bells. Those pictured below are made from old oxygen tanks!