Reflections of Terror and Beauty

Tag: Christmas

  • Rejoicing in the Light

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    Janae
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    O come, o come, Emmanuel // And ransom captive Israel // That mourns in lonely exile here // Until the son of God appear // Rejoice! rejoice! Emmanuel // Shall come to thee, o Israel. I see December nights adorned by light: they glisten in the main streets and along the rooftops of neighboring homes.…

  • Advent: homes & hearts reoriented

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    Janae
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    In one distinct childhood memory, my father strings white icicle lights around the roof of our home. I still feel the cold air cooling in obedience to dusk. I remember the shimmer against a blanket of darkness that sent a shiver of wonder and joy through me. As an adult, my home is adorned with…