The Moments of Hope (Week 1)

Stories of Hope Inspired by Hallmark’s Miracles of Christmas

During the month of December I will highlight some of my favorite Hallmark Christmas movies. 

These are movies that comforted me at different seasons of my life.

I found my way into the Hallmark Christmas Movie fandom in 2017, while facing my first Christmas as a widow. Since then, these movies have been a source of joy, inspiration, and hope.

My first pick of the season—and the one that jump started my journey of healing during a period of grief—is A Christmas Homecoming.

The story captures a military widow named Amanda (Julie Benz) who is struggling to reconcile her past and embrace her future. 

Her story begins as she receives news of budget cuts at the military museum she curates for. Deciding to rent out her apartment near her home, she places an ad on the military community center bulletin board. The ad is answered by Master Sergeant James T. Mullins (Michael Shanks), who is on medical leave during the holidays.

What ensues next is a friendship that brought much needed healing and a future filled with possibilities.

My wish for all who watch this heartwarming movie is that your holidays be filled with hope.

Merry Christmas!