Dating back to the Middle Ages, it has been a tradition in many Finnish towns to read a Declaration of Peace on Christmas Eve each year. This version comes from Turku (the first town I lived in on my mission). Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could have a similar tradition in our town?"Tomorrow, God willing, is the most gracious feast of the birth of our Lord and Saviour, and therefore a general Christmas peace is hereby declared, and all persons are directed to observe this holiday with due reverence and otherwise quietly and peacefully to conduct themselves, for whosoever breaks this peace and disturbs the Christmas holiday by any unlawful or improper conduct shall be liable, under aggravating circumstances, to whatever penalty is prescribed by law and decree for each particular offence or misdemeanour. Finally, all citizens are wished a joyous Christmas holiday."
I also wish everyone a very Joyous Christmas! And a Peaceful New Year.
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Loved your card, Brooke! It made me laugh. Hope you all had a wonderful Chrismtas.
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