Glory to God in the Highest

The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light;
upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shone.
You have brought them abundant joy and great rejoicing,
as they rejoice before you at the harvest,
as people make merry when devoiding spoils.

For the yoke that burdened them,
the pole on their shoulder,
and the rod of their taskmaster you have smashed,
as on the day of Midian.

-- Isaiah 9:1-3

Thank you to all our friends and family who have been a light in our year of darkenss. You have lightened our burdens with your care and love. I wish for you the song of the angels: "... and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests."