Mothering as an agnostic at Christmas

I love Christmas music, and the carols have been her lullabies this month. I've read her books about the birth of Christ, and we have a nativity scene up in our home. And yet...I don't believe that this baby is God.

Am I a fake?

I don't think so. Just as I can tell her the story of Icarus, I can tell her the story of the Christ child. I believe in the power of story. And I believe in the power of tradition.

If she comes to love Jesus as her savior, I know that it won't be harmful. I will love her and support her and feel gratitude that she's found a source of hope--even if it's one I don't have.

Cozy up and I'll tell you the story, Baby Girl.