Christmas in Malaysia is, well … different. There are lights, it is true. But they don’t seem the same when hung from palm trees. Although if you want to get right down to it, there were more likely palm trees in Bethlehem than pine trees. It is just what you associate with the season when you live in Canada.
But it is not the trees or the lights we miss, or even the gifts. We are going to miss our family and friends, and there is just no getting around that, is there? So to all of you who have watched and prayed over our wanderings for the Lord this last year, a Merry Christmas. Sorry that we can’t be there with you, but the Lord is with us both, and that is a great comfort.
Christmas is a day of joy and charity. May God make you rich in both on this special day, and throughout the coming year.
Home Thoughts From Abroad 
December 24, 2007 at 5:08 pm
Merry Christmas to you both! You have certainly been in our thoughts the last few days especially, as we have been talking about and remembering your Mom.
One thing I’m sure you won’t be missing is the cold and snow! We have an abundance of it right now.
I have enjoyed reading about your recent travels, and marveling at all you have been experiencing.
Blessings to you both,
Love,
Sandra
December 24, 2007 at 7:50 pm
Steve,
Since Christmas is a forgiving time, I’ll overlook your foolish beliefs and wish you and yours a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Love, Wyn
December 25, 2007 at 12:12 am
Merry Christmas folks!
Spending my holiays with Dave T and his inlaws instead of my immediate family, but its fun nonetheless.
Thanks for the flight home, have fun in KL without us.
December 25, 2007 at 2:54 pm
Never mind — I’d much rather be in Asia for Christmas than here. You’re not missing much, and I’m sure your weather is much better!