“Dear Lord, please bless this good food you have made for us.  And please bless Mommy and Daddy, and Jonathan and me, and Uncle Bob and …”   

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Katherine opens one eye at looks questioningly at Stephanie, who whispers, "Stephanie."

  

"and Stephanie,” Katherine continues.  “And Lord, could you ask Baby Jesus to help find some children for Uncle Bob so that Santa can visit him on Christmas?  Amen.”

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Katherine opens her eyes to see stone faces and teary eyes around the table.  “Amen?” she pleads.

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Everyone reanimates and concludes the prayer.