It’s time!  Once the big red and green totes come out the attic, Christmas starts filling our house.  All things Christmas seem to start rolling in soon after that takes place.    Decorating, shopping, parties, gifts, concerts, services,  cooking, and more.   You are well aware of the joy, the fun, and the rush of the season.  The few short weeks fly by and if we aren’t intentional, we will miss some important connections this Christmas.  1.  Connect with Jesus I have been reminded this year of the anticipation of the Messiah.  I remember expecting each of our children and the exciting months before they were born.  My anticipation, as great…