ON OUR WAY REJOICING!

OH! WOW, wish everyone could visit Village On The Isle this Advent Season.  One can sense and see the excitement reflected in Christmas decorations, personal greetings and seasonal color clothing worn by Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing residents and staff.

Starting in November, with the outdoor Festival of Lights, the trees are lit, the manger with Mary, Joseph and the Babe of Bethlehem is lit, favorite carols resound in our hearts and minds; yes, the season of Advent was launched and once again permeates the whole community. Floor lounges are tastefully decorated, main entrances and hall ways have lit trees and displays with snow covered (not real) grounds and road ways.  Yes, it is a glorious time at Village On The Isle.

In the famous 1822 poem, TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS or also called A VISIT FROM ST. NICHOLAS by C.C. Moore, are these words: The children were nestled all snug in their beds, while visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads.

Advent and Christmas bring out the visions of our past, present and future.  As in our youth, we can feel and see all the excitement dancing around us.  In our restful moments and awakened hours, these days are a time for preparation and reflection on the remembrance of the birth of Jesus Christ.  Village On The Isle, is a faith based community that welcomes all traditions and on these special days, it seems everyone is celebrating together, the good news, God is with us. Merry Christmas, God bless one and all.   Chaplain Don Hillerich