It’s not about
purple and pink and white tapered candles
or
opening the numbered flaps on a Hallmark calendar.

It’s not about
shopping the malls and online websites for great deals
or
overeating colorful cookies guilt-free for a month.

It’s not about
office parties filled with awkward moments
or
dragging ourselves to church because it’s that time of year.

It is about anticipating,
appreciating,
and finally
welcoming,
the
greatest
Gift
of
all.