The Bride of the Mistletoe

"The Bride of the Mistletoe" by James Lane Allen, is a story from the late 1800s about a husband and wife on a Kentucky farm getting ready for Christmas, and their life highlights love, family, and how time changes things. As they look forward to the holiday, a sense of mystery grows around the couple's history together and what's to come. We first meet the husband as he's writing, getting ready for Christmas, which gives us a peek into a big secret about his family and what the holiday means. The room he's in, full of books and pictures of his wife and kids, makes you feel cozy and remember good times. Then, his wife comes in, and their talk reveals how they feel about each other and the idea that they might just be a small part of each other's lives. As they get ready for Christmas, things get tense, hinting at a really important moment that will connect old sacrifices, love, and the celebration, while also suggesting the bigger meaning behind the traditions they cherish.