silence, unmistakable gusts of grace, bowl-full-of-jelly laughter, sprinkles of awe and wonder, dash-away energy, a sleigh full of patience, merry mistletoe moments, sacred alertness, holy harmony, glee-filled gatherings, inexplicable tolerance, your favorite carol when you need it the most (and its abrupt halt when you're sick of it), shopping mall prowess, wrapping paper that doesn't rip at the corners, a bag full of forgiveness, the ability to remember where you hid the gifts, and peace and gratefulness that passeth all understanding.