“Would you explain all this to me?
Why am I tied here to this tree?
And who are all those people there
saying goodbye to that young pair?
Are they going on a trip?
“Yes, indeed, and so are you.
I overheard a word or two.
She’s about to birth a child
but they must travel many miles
to get to Bethlehem.”
“Okay, I see what is in store.
I haul the bags just like before.
Just once I’d like a lighter load.
It’s not a very easy road
from here to Bethlehem.
“Well, here they come. I guess it’s time.
But wait, why does the woman climb
upon my back? Can this be true?
A lovely child, and lighter, too,
than all the tents and poles.
“I will remember this fine day
and I will cherish, come what may,
the honor and the gift bestowed
to carry such an easy load
all the way to Bethlehem.
“By the way, what’s the young woman’s name?”
Shining Spirit 
I paused in my frenzy of cleaning chores and cherished the reminder of the most amazing, beautiful, and wonderous gift. Thank you Roger for sharing your words that help us all to remember.