I guess stores must be pretty anxious to clear out Christmas merchandise. Celeste checked the ads and decided we needed to leave for Penney's at 6 a.m.!They didn't have much so we went on to Target where we found several things. I got some little bulbs for my village houses, 2 strands of tiny white lights, a tablecloth, a topiary and a movie; but my prize purchase was two ornaments. They are ribbon candy in the shape of small Christmas trees. I know Christmas is officially over but I came home and immediately put them both on the tree.
There is significance to this because when I was a little girl I remember my Grandma Shipp had the tradition of sharing this beautiful treat every year, so these ornaments remind me of Grandma.
Some folks become concerned about the commercialism that heightens at this time of year, but I am grateful for the availability of things that bring me to feel the presence of such loved ones who have passed away. I am also grateful to be able to own memory-filled music and movies, foods and other things. And President Monson once said that he was glad that there was at least one season set aside when people dig down into their pockets and give kindly and generously to others.
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