Advent is a time of waiting, hoping, and anticipating the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Waiting is not easy. Waiting well is even more difficult. In her Advent reflections, Aryana Petrosky suggests waiting well involves an openness to the full spectrum of emotions and a willingness to wait with others. As you’re settling into this Advent season, we invite you to read Aryana’s thoughtful reflection on what it means to wait well and fully experience this season.