Be embraced, millions!
This kiss for the whole world!
Brothers, above the starry canopy
Must a loving Father dwell.
Do you bow down, millions?
Do you sense the Creator, world?
Seek Him beyond the starry canopy!
Beyond the stars must He dwell.
Some forty years later and in mountain foothills on the other side of the continent, another clear and icy Christmas eve brings renewed hope and faith. Tio Pat, Tia Zoila and their children, Lucia Patricia and Wilson, arrived from Panama on Wednesday to spend their holiday in the boundless hospitality of Kurt and Bea. We will join together this evening for an expanded family dinner in the Stone House, reminiscing on the past and ruminating about our futures.
Our temporary home is decorated with tree and trimmings and festive lights, a constant log fire warming us. What brings us most cheer and warmth are the innumerable gifts of love and friendship offered over these past months; they float about in this Glass House and comfort Kelly and her family at every moment.
The five of us witnessed the lunar eclipse earlier this week; a beautiful moon colored the red of the Sedona cliffs crossed quietly under a great clear canopy of stars. On this Christmas eve, we announce again our faith in God and his mercy and our love for family and friends. God bless each of you and keep you healthy and hardy.
The Dillons
 |
Christmas Eve A gift to Kelly from Sister Barbara and Sister Dina from MUCEC Colon, Republica de Panama    |
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas, you all continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. May the new year bring you continued strength and peace.
ReplyDeleteAndrea C.
Thinking of you tonight as you embrace each other with laughter and love on a chilly Christmas Eve. We send you warm wishes and holiday cheer and hope your Christmas is filled with unforgettable moments spent with family and friends. You are always on our minds and we wish you a Feliz Navidad y prospero ano. Love ya - Cathy, Sebas, and Jojo.
ReplyDeleteI know that wherever your family is on any given day there is an abundance of warmth. Wishing you an especially warm and Merry Christmas this year!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Matt and Family
Missing ALL of you this Christmas Holiday but as always, I am faithful in prayer and believing in the Almighty,for his never ending miracles and blessings!! I pray for comfort, love and joy for your family, not just during the holidays but also for the new year!!
ReplyDeleteUn fuerte abrazo y besos, desde la tierra madre!!! Christmas on the Isthmus is not the same without you all!!!!!
Trina
Merry Christmas Dillon family. Thank you for this beautiful message.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Michelle Huff
Merry Merry Christmas from the Stayanoff casa to the Dillon casa.... We think of you daily and love you muchly....
ReplyDeleteBesitos y chocolate mucho....
Dearest Friends, Keep the faith . Press and I think of you all so often and include Kelly in our prayers. There is life and joy after all the treatments as I am a survivor of one year. Take each tx day by day and focus on the healing power of the time spent in treatment. I have great books...send your address. Susan
ReplyDeleteThis was such a beautiful message! We hope you had a beautiful Christmas where wonderful memories were made. May God bless all of you and continue to give you many blessings and strength. Love you so much, Yoela, Robert, Ella Mia
ReplyDeleteLove the pictures! Merry Christmas familia Dillon! Hugs and kisses - SebCat
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful message! Thinking of you and praying for you in your upcoming treatments.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful page. I pray that your Christmas was filled with hope and faith. May God heal you quickly and your treatments be something of the past.
ReplyDeleteI think of you daily and send you Love with each thought. May you be as inspirational and strong during your time of treatment as you have been since this began.
May God bring you lots of peace, tranquility, and great health in the New Year.
un beso y un abrazo,
Lauren McGuinness Harris
Dear Dillons,
ReplyDeleteMay this coming year be filled with love. You are always in my thoughts.
Gaby Gaudiano
Merry Christmas Kelly & Dillon family! Please stay warm...I hear NY is frigid right now. What a beautiful bouquet of tulips! Thanks for sharing the photos. I continue to pray for you dear Kelly and Dillon family. Feliz Navidad! I think of you all often.
ReplyDeleteMuch love,
Cresta
'for You have been my help, and in the shadow of Your wings I will sing for joy. My soul clings to You, Your right hand upholds me.'-Psalm 63:7