The Christmas Story is seen as the bright ray of sunshine in a dark world and is celebrated worldwide as people come home for Christmas. We can also refer to this time as Advent, which means “the coming or arrival.” As we read about Jesus’ birth, we may glamorize the characters of this popular story. The Christmas Story is a real story about real people who had real, authentic realities that may not be as dazzling as we think. Nevertheless, this story is monumental and THE pivotal point in human history. Let us celebrate the arrival of Jesus together!