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Behind the Wrapping, part 1 - Oh, He Knows ...

I know a few people who really and truly love wrapping paper.  As in they really and truly must find the right style each year, the right colors and texture to convey their love.  However, most everyone agrees that while a nicely wrapped present makes for some wonderful decoration under a Christmas tree, what really matters is what's behind the wrapping.  At least, every child in America knows this is true. The same sort of thing can be said about this time of year that we know as Christmas.  There is so much to love and appreciate about what happens during these special few weeks.  It is great to sing Christmas carols with others.  It's wonderful to see Children's faces light up when they see Santa.  And who doesn't love getting some extra cookies or cards from friends during this time of year! Still, the best part of Christmas is something that lies behind all of this cultural wrapping, beautiful as it is.  The true joy is to be found by delving a bit deeper in