Advent Calendar Day 21 – The Little Drummer Boy

Another Rankin/Bass classic, the Little Drummer Boy follows an orphan boy named Aaron. He has three friends -- all animals and a drum to entertain them. When he is betrayed by an unscrupulous circus handler who sells his beloved camel, Aaron sets out to get him back. On his journey, he finds himself among the Magi following the great star of Bethlehem. When Aaron finds himself at the feet of the infant Jesus, he has no gift. Except that of his music. At Mary's prompting, he plays and honors the baby king with  his gift.This was always one of my favorite songs as a child and while the circus owner, Ben Haramed, is horrid and can be upsetting to young children, the story of the genuine heart of a child is ultimately uplifting.4 Days to Christmas.Click below for my Advent Calendar.