This weekend marks the first Sunday of advent. It is a time of joy as we await the coming of our Lord. But it is also a somber time, as we reflect on why He came and what he came to do--save us from ourselves and bring us where God meant us to be, with Him. 

An advent calendar is meant to remind us, as each day passes we are coming close to His arrival. It is not a countdown using calendars with popular kids' movies or Santa Claus calendars. It is a calendar marking each day of a journey. The journey of His coming. So, meditate and pray about the greatest moment in human history. The coming of Jesus Christ our Lord. 
God Bless.