Today my youngest was rehearsing for the Christmas pageant at church.

We really enjoy the Christmas season and have about 6 traditions that we work hard to keep as a family. The Christmas eve service is one of them.

This year, there were some very notable lines! I don't know who was funnier, the director or the kids.

dsjohndrow: And the neighbors said: "We do not want go!"

dsjohndrow: And the soldiers said: "Everyone... no everybody must leave!" And the angel replied, "but we're not finsihed practicing, and I have ballet after this anyway."

dsjohndrow: "Dear Joseph, God is with us. No really!" *Mary with arms crossed*

dsjohndrow: "When the baby comes out, you'll have to kneel down so we can see the shepherds."

dsjohndrow: Mary said: "You are not supposed to touch the baby, it's Jesus you know!" And the donkey said: "I can if I want to!" *Donkey delivering the baby and manger.*

dsjohndrow: "Ok, now rush to Bethlehem!"

dsjohndrow: "There is a quiet place where you two can stay tonight."

dsjohndrow: And the trees went: "Swish, swish, swish."

dsjohndrow: "Where are the 3 wise men with common sense and fur?" 

dsjohndrow: "Joy to the World"  

dsjohndrow: No clapping during the mass, or Father will have my head.