"The approach of the glad Christmas tide always fills the heart with joy and hope, and quickens into sweet activity a thousand loving thoughts for others."
Hope |
"Are you willing to forget what you have done for other people, and to remember what other people have done for you; to ignore what the world owes you, and to think what you owe the world; to put your rights in the background, and your duties in the middle distance, and your chances to do a little more than your duty in the foreground; to see that your fellow-men are just as real as you are, and try to look behind their faces to their hearts, hungry for joy; to own that probably the only good reason for your existence is not what you are going to get out of life, but what you are going to give to life; to close your book of complaints against the management of the universe, and look around you for a place where you can sow a few seeds of happiness--are you willing to do these things even for a day? Then you can keep Christmas.
Helping Others |
Let us make this a new birthday of kindness and love that shall endure. That is a Christmas hope, a Christmas wish. Cyrus Townsend Brady, A Little Book for Christmas
Kindness |
"In this season of hope, let's help those who need it most - the homeless, the hungry, the sick and shut in. In this season of plenty, let's reach out to those who struggle to find work or provide for their families. In this season of generosity, let's give thanks and honor to our troops and our veterans, and their families who've sacrificed so much for us. President Barack Obama Generosity |
"This is the time of year when we remember that God sent his only son 'to serve, not to be served'. He restored love and service to the centre of our lives in the person of Jesus Christ. It is my prayer this Christmas Day that his example and teaching will continue to bring people together to give the best of themselves in the service of others." Queen Elizabeth II
God |
"Let us not forget that the first Christmas was a homeless one. A humble man and woman had gone up from Galilee out of the City of Nazareth to Bethlehem. There is a sense of desolation in St. Luke's brief chronicle that Mary 'brought forth her firstborn son, wrapped Him in swaddling clothes, and laid Him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.'" Harry S. Truman
Inspirational Sayings |
Christmas Messages for Fathers
Dad I don't tell you enough how love you are. You are always there no matter what. Thank you my Father for being the one who loves me and cares no matter what the day. So at this time of year let me especially say, I love you and thank you for always being there.
When I think of Santa I think of you - jolly, happy, and giving all the year thru. So my hope this Christmas for you my Dad is that it is one that will make you glad.
Dad the pressures and cares of everyday life are with you through out the year. But this Christmas season I hope you experience the gifts of peace, love and happiness from those who love you dear.
Christmas Messages for Mothers
Cooking and cleaning but always having time to spend with us, how you do it amazes me. During this season our hope for you is that you have time to spend just on you.
Your love is felt by all you do. My Mom you are special and I hope you know I care. I thank you and am grateful I have a Mother like you. So this Christmas time may God bless you.
Mom, you filled our childhood with the magic of Christmas every year. May the magic and blessings of Christmas be yours this year. I love you.
Christmas Messages for Sisters
My sister, my friend, what would I do
If you were not in my life I would be so blue.
My message is for happiness and contentment for you
I love you my Sis remember that too.
Sisters are special people in our lives. And, so often we take them for granted. So my dear Sister let me tell you so, a special person you are and my love that will always grow. Thank you for being my sister, my friend, a Merry Christmas message I do send!
Christmas time is a time of giving. And you my sister give all year long through your love, your kind deeds, and your willingness to help others. This Christmas my wish is that you receive all that you give and have a joyous and peaceful Christmas.
Christmas Messages for Brothers
My dear brother, as they say: "you were first a brother, then a bother, now a friend." May this Christmas bring you all you wish for and more!
Little boys and lots of toys. Snakes and ladders, you make so much clatter. May this season bring that a special thing that will make you happy and we will hear you sing.
Christmas Messages for Grandmothers
Just want you to know I love you my Grandma. My longing for you this Christmas is that the light that shone so bright on that first Christmas Eve, will shine on you and bless you.
My Nana, my friend. My Nana, my second Mom. My Nana who I love, who is sweet like a dove. May this Christmas be one where you will be surrounded by those you love and may grace and happiness shine on you from above.
Grandmother you taught me the true meaning of Christmas - Chirst was born; and the colors of Christmas are a reminder of His love for us when he died upon the cross. Red the color of His blood and green the color of the tree. May this Christmas be one that is special to you because you are special to me.
Christmas Messages for Grandfathers
A saying that is true, a saying for you: "you put the grand in Grandfather" applies to you. My Gramps you are special, I love you so much. You are my special teddy bear, I will love you forever I swear!
You play with me, you love me, you take care of me, and always watch out for me. When I am sad, you make me glad. When I am blue, you tell me, "I love you." Thanks Grandfather for being that person on my life who I can always rely on, no matter what. Merry Christmas to you, I hope you know you are loved a lot.
Gratitude, appreciation and the feeling of being blessed are thoughts that come to mind when I think of you. Merry Christmas to the best Grandfather in the world.
Christmas Messages for Husbands
A husband you have been
A friend to the end.
I love you my dear
That should be clear
A very Merry Christmas
And a Happy New Year.
I thank God for you every day. But on this Christmas day I pray that God blesses you. You are a great husband and I know I have been blessed, because God in heaven sent me the best.
Christmas Messages for The One I Love
May this Christmas note be like the star that shone so bright long ago
May the brightness of my words be like the sparkle on the snow.
God sent me the best gift when he sent me you.
I love you and everything you do.
So my desire for you is a simple one but true,
a wish for happiness in all that you do.
The love we share is the best gift a person could have. A gift that we have not just at Christmas but every day of the year. You my honey-bunch are everything to me, I wouldn't trade a single thing. So merry, merry Christmas, and may this message bring, A love that is for all seasons and all happy things.
Christmas Messages for Teachers
Different teachers every year, but you are one that we hold dear. Now during this season of love and peace, we hope you are reminded how special you are.
This Christmas message is one that comes with love for you.
We appreciate all you do.
A Merry Christmas is our wish for you
You share your knowledge, you share your experience, you share your life with us. We appreciate you, and all you do. You deserve a great Christmas and a very Happy New Year.
Christmas Messages for Family and Friends
Our prayer is that spirit of giving will last throughout the year not just during this festive season.
Greetings of the season and may you experience rich memories that linger long after the season is gone.
My Christmas prayer for you is that you will be blessed. And may your days be filled with peace and happiness.
Hope you are inspired to be extra good this year, so Santa will find you. Wishing you a jolly Christmas.
Hope you are inspired to be extra good this year, so Santa will find you. Wishing you a jolly Christmas.
Two thousand years ago, "Joy to the World, the Lord is come!" was said. May those words give you meaning and joy this Christmas season.
May you find that special inspirational quote that will remind you about the magic and miracles that Christmas always brings.
A joyous Noel is wished for you this season. Be blessed.
We receive many greetings during this holiday season, but your message of hope, joy, and love, is always special to us at this festive time of year. May you and your family enjoy many memories and lots of laughter and love!
May every Nativity scene you see this season remind you of the birth of our Lord. Wishing you the peace of Christ this Christmas.
The angels are singing! May you experience the music of heaven during this special time of year. A very Merry Christmas to you and your family.
As the light from that star illuminated the sky the night Jesus was born, may his light illuminate your life at this special time of the year.
May you the same wonderment and belief that children have, fill your heart during this holiday season. Wishing you a child like excitement this season.
Our hope for you both, as you experience new beginnings in this your first Christmas together, may the bonds of marriage and friendship give you many happy and memorable years together.
May you have a Christmas filled with dreams come true, wonder, and love.
May you have a Christmas filled with dreams come true, wonder, and love.
Imagine if this season would stay all year, and the love people shows at this time of year, would never disappear. Hope you have a great Xmas.
With each Xmas card I write, memories of good friends and good times flood my mind. Thank you my friend for being a part of my life.
It doesn't matter how we say it - Merry Christmas or Happy Holiday or Joyeux Noël - what matters is that we remember why we say it - the birth of Jesus.
Christmas comes but once a year, lights and trees and gifts we choose. But we take the time to express our thoughts for a Merry Christmas and hope you get lots. And let us not forget to send you best wishes for a Happy New Year too!
Christmas Eve is a time of excitement for the children in waiting for Santa to arrive. Our hope for you this Christmas is that once the kids are tucked in their bed you will feel the special feeling that this season brings.
Seasons greetings and happiness to you and your loved ones. May your home be filled with love and laughter.
Seasons greetings and happiness to you and your loved ones. May your home be filled with love and laughter.
With each Nativity scene I see I am reminded of the miraculous event that occurred many years ago. And the miracles that happen today, may we all have the eyes to see them not only during this season but all year long.