We are living the story of our lives, here and now. “In these days,” is how we begin. In these days, God has made the path straight. Though we may find ourselves lost for a time along the way, God still makes the way. In these days of Advent – we begin with hope – we hunger for peace – we revel in joy – we rest in love. In these days God comes to us. God always comes to us. This is the true shock of Advent. That God comes to us.