The Light at Tern Rock Author:Julia L. Sauer, Georges Schreiber (Illustrator) Ronnie and his aunt are tending the Tern Rock lighthouse for two weeks in December while its keeper takes a much-needed vacation. Ronnie learns to love the slap of the waves against the Rock, sleeping in a bunk, climbing the winding staircase, and lighting the great lamp each night. — When the lighthouse keeper doesn't return on the appointed... more » day to take them home, Ronnie and his aunt are surprised but patient. But it doesn't take long before they realize the lighthouse keeper is not going to return in time for Christmas. Ronnie's love for the Rock soon turns to hate. After all, how can anyone have a merry Christmas in such a barren place?« less
I am collecting books for when I have grandkids. I got this one at a thrift store and read it because I'm fascinated by lighthouses and their keepers. I had no idea what a delightful story it would turn out to be. It actually had a beautiful Christian message in it. I was so surprised....completely loved it!
This is a Christmas story and part of the Sonlight reading list. Ronnie and his aunt tend the Tern Rock lighthouse for 2 weeks in Decemeber. Ronnie explores the lighthouse with the winding staircase, but the keeper doesn't return. Meanwhile, Ronnie learns a lot about giving and promises.
It's a beautiful story that is sure to warm up that one spot in your heart, where you really need it. Such a simple writing that will leave you with a smile afterwards. I enjoyed it greatly.
This story is a Christmas tradition in our home.
We all enjoy hearing it every year!
A story to make everyone appreciate what really matters at Christmas.