EXTRA **** Winter of the Year by Sam Payne

The tradition that is now the Radio Family Journal -- a regular feature on The Apple Seed -- began with this recording, many years ago. It's a Christmastime memory that begins at the graveside of Sam's grandmother, and it's about the undeniable hope and quiet joy that Christmas brings each year, even in the face of melancholy and sorrow. The story is called "The Winter of the Year." We hope you enjoy it, and that you have a merry Christmas.