Huddled together for warmth,
Mary and Joseph delight
in the moonlit glow.
The sheltered stable's
inky darkness is pierced
by a sterling star's radiant
beam that caresses the
sleeping newborn, Jesus.
The crunch of frayed straw
settles beneath the parents'
feet, and the lulling murmur
of animals resonates in this
unlikely delivery room.
Exhausted and exhilarated,
Mary's wet locks trickle
droplets down her flushed
cheeks. The intense pain
that seared her body is now
a distant memory, lost in
the vision of her beautiful
baby grasping her finger
with his minuscule hand.
Diverting her gaze to
Joseph, she lovingly recalls
his reaction to the birth
process. Throughout the
ordeal, Joseph's tender
concern was endearing.
Smiling, Mary remembers
his frantic albeit quick-
witted negotiations with
the begrudging innkeeper.
During these moments of
uncertainty, God's
provision and promise
offered Mary serenity.
Crouched by her side,
for her sake Joseph
had masked his fear and
uttered words of reassurance
as well as prayer.
God provided a devout
husband committed to
protect and support Mary
in her time of need.
As her lips brush
the silky hair of her precious
babe, Mary marvels at the
privilege of being the
mother of God's holy Son.
Although an uncertain
future beckons, time
stands still during this
encapsulated moment.
This enthralling glimpse
showcases a family
entwined in love and faith,
captivated by each other, and
blessed b their heavenly Father.
