Because
of our busy schedule for the next two days we decided that we would open
Christmas presents, as a family, tonight.
(Okay,
it was partly because of our schedule and partly because we couldn’t wait to
open presents. But that doesn’t sound
very disciplined so I’m emphasizing the busy schedule explanation.)
While
we were gathered around the tree happily tearing the wrapping paper from our
gifts—enjoying the Christmas music and the magic of these wonderful
memory-making moments—Jasper could tell there was a level of focused attention
in the family that did not include him.
And that was not something he could tolerate. So, he worked his way right into the center
of the group and sat down in our midst sniffing, slobbering and chewing on
wrapping paper with his tail wagging.
(By the
way, in case it’s not obvious to everyone, Jasper is a dog. Although, I have been known to sniff, slobber
and chew on wrapping paper on a few occasions, too. But let’s leave the concerns that issue
raises for another time.)
We didn’t
realize it until Jasper made his move but that was exactly what we needed. That tender moment was when our joyous family
Christmas experience became something special.
…Well,
that tender moment along with lots of cool presents made the Christmas experience
something special, according to Rachel.
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