Tonight, I experienced a Hallmark channel kind of
moment as Mount Vernon residents gathered for the annual Christmas-tree lighting.
We began the evening by sipping hot chocolate and
socializing at the community center built in the 1800s. School children sat
down on the old-fashioned, pine-board floor and listened to a Christmas story.
A short time later, everyone ventured outside to watch the lighting of the
Christmas tree. When we went back inside, a real-bearded Santa was waiting.
I'm humbled to experience this holiday tradition for the very first time
in New England.
This place is comfortable. Many townspeople have lived in this quaint
village their entire life. And then there are newcomers like me making a new
start here in Maine.
Yes, I am a very blessed woman indeed.
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