My Bethlehem

This is my little town,
My Bethlehem,
And here, if anywhere,
My Christ Child
Will be born.

I must begin
To go about my day ~
Sweep out the inn,
Get fresh hay for the manger
And be sure
To leave my heart ajar
In case there may be travelers
From afar.

"Housekeeper," by Elizabeth Rooney

Dear Mary, Mother of Our Lord, your Holy Child has made His Home within me. Through His divine indwelling, my soul is a little Bethlehem. Help me to keep my Bethlehem fresh and clean for Him. In your spirit of of gratitude and praise, may I always welcome whoever comes here looking for Him. Amen.