Two weeks ago my wife discovered a note on our front door. The typed message expressed the need for food at the local food banks. Residents were asked to donate canned, boxed or dry goods that would be picked up on the following Saturday morning to be delivered to a homeless shelter. It was clear by the signatures on the note that Ethan and Anna were young children.
It was also obvious that those raising the two children had passed along a very important message easily missed in this era of commercialization. The focus of these young people was on others. And in their generosity of heart, will receive more than others this Christmas.
The three wise men my wife made and has on display in our home this time of year will remind me of Ethan and Anna … And provide hope for our future.