Advent Stories

Christmas had always been Holly’s favorite holiday. Not just the day itself, but the weeks leading up to it. From the bell-ringing Santa at the department store to decorating the tree while listening to Bing Crosby’s “I’ll Be Home For Christmas,” it all made for a festive holiday season. But this year was different. Her husband, Nick, had been working overseas on a top-secret mission, and she missed him desperately—his la...