I bought these earrings on an impulse. (I mean, can you even plan for such a thing? 😂) Well, actually my hubby did. ❤️We were running a quick errand & they caught my eye. Instant love. I mean, obviously. Who could resist such magic? 😉 But, silly as they are, they have a deeper meaning for me.

See, I had was aware that our home was in need of a little extra joy. Some sparkle, if you will. Though I am more aware than ever about how much we have to be thankful for, this year has been tough for everyone—even homeschool families.  I knew a couple of my kids in particular were feeling the strain of it & missing their friends, the freedom of life “prepandemic”, etc. Plus, I don’t know anyone who isn’t ready to see 2020 behind us! So, I had already resolved to really embrace & enjoy this holiday season, which is why the earrings really captured my attention in the first place. But, I didn’t realize how much they would come to mean to me. 

The earrings are ridiculous, of course. But,they have actually made an impact in my home. Each time I wear them, I tell the kids to get ready for a great day, because how can any day with Santa Clause earrings not contain some extra Christmas “magic”. The amazing thing is that because of this, these silly earrings are a tangible reminder to me to: Choose Joy. Enjoy the “small” moments. Carry a song in my heart. (And often on my lips.) Create some fun. Etc. So, in a way, they really have become “magical”! 

Now, you are probably wishing you had magical Christmas earrings too (check at Target, if they no longer have them I’m sure you can find plenty of other “magical” items😉😂). But, as you know, it isn’t really the earrings that are magical. It is the heart posture. See, life is made up of big & small moments. The magic of Christmas earrings won’t go a long way during the big moments. The good ones don’t need them and the hard ones? Well, there is no “magic” that makes those easier. A pair of silly earrings do nothing in the face of having to say goodbye to a loved one, losing your job, facing health issues, the breakup of a relationship, etc.  Instead, during those moments it is often only the grace of God & the support of people that get you through. But, most moments in life aren’t “big”. Instead, life is primarily made up of small moments. And, thankfully, those moments are transformed by this type of “magic”. 

Cleaning up after dinner becomes a different experience when your family does it together, while singing & dancing along to Christmas music. Laundry is actually a peaceful, soothing experience when it is done with a song in your heart & a twinkle in your eye. A night is transformed when you put the “to do” list aside & call a friend.  I could go on, but you get my point. There are endless small moments that stretch before us each day. By choosing joy, our lives themselves become more “magical”.