Margaret Goff Clark

The holidays are a time for family, but for Josefina Montoya and her three sisters, this year feels different. It is their second Christmas since losing their beloved Mamá, and her absence leaves a quiet sadness over their New Mexico rancho. How can they celebrate when their hearts still feel so heavy? Hope arrives in the form of a cherished family tradition. When Josefina and her sisters decide to participate in Las Posadas, a beautiful community celebration reenacting Mary and Joseph's search for shelter, they discover a special way to honor their mother. As they prepare for the festivities, the girls realize that the customs Mamá loved can help heal their grief and bring them closer together. Step into the year 1824 and join Josefina on a heartwarming historical journey. This moving chapter book reminds you that even during difficult times, the love of your family and the comfort of shared traditions can light up the darkest winter nights. It is a tender story of hope, heritage, and the gentle strength it takes to keep memories alive.