This historical narrative shares a young girl's affection for Christmas in 1973 as she travels to Latin America. She begins to realize there is much more related to the holiday spirit than just getting presents as she visits friends in Mexico with her family. Her awareness of how the true meaning of Christmas grows and manifests in the real world through the kindness of her Mexican and El Salvadorian hosts. A surprising moment of loving grace-will ease a troubled mind as this story ends with a heartfelt message.