Colonial Christmas brides

de Lauralee Bliss

For Colonial settlers in Jamestown and Williamsburg who were enduring the hardships of carving a home out of the wilderness, Christmas was a reminder of where they came from and their hopes for the future. But for some, finding the faith and joy necessary for celebration is a daunting task. Can these lonely souls overcome despair, loss, disappointment and grief, and open their hearts to the gift of love at Christmastide?