I love watching the kids' faces light up when they rip open a neatly wrapped package. At that age they love getting. And I'm learning equally to enjoy watching the parents' faces glow as the feeling of giving overcomes them. Giving, or releasing, is a powerful act. On Christmas morning I'm reminded of how good it feels to give.
Parents have a difficult time releasing their children.
However, Christmas morning is all about the story of a Father who released a Son . . . Christmas represents the ultimate release. Jesus Christ left heaven to come to earth. What a statement. What a descent.