Christmas has changed for me, over the years. Where once it was filled with anticipation, of what was in the beautifully wrapped presents under the tree, it is now filled with knowing who I will be spending the day with that excites me. It's knowing that I will be able to embrace and share with those that bring so much into my life.
Having worked with the public, for so many years, I have come to the conclusion that this holiday is one of privilege for there are some who do not have anyone to be with. Be it for lack of family, friends, home or health there are some who do not get to experience and enjoy what so many of us do - being with the ones we love.
And now that shopping, gift wrapping, baking, etc., are done, and exhaustion has begun to set in, take a moment and look around. Look past the sparkling tree, beautifully wrapped gifts and all the decorations and into the faces of all of those that will surround you. For having these people in your life, those that you get to be with and share with, makes you privileged.
So enjoy the moment of being together, the laughter and the pictures that will take this holiday and make it into memories. And no matter what your belief or how you celebrate above all, don't forget the true meaning of this day for it is this that has provided you these moments - this privilege.
Merry Christmas everyone - pass it on.
Having worked with the public, for so many years, I have come to the conclusion that this holiday is one of privilege for there are some who do not have anyone to be with. Be it for lack of family, friends, home or health there are some who do not get to experience and enjoy what so many of us do - being with the ones we love.
And now that shopping, gift wrapping, baking, etc., are done, and exhaustion has begun to set in, take a moment and look around. Look past the sparkling tree, beautifully wrapped gifts and all the decorations and into the faces of all of those that will surround you. For having these people in your life, those that you get to be with and share with, makes you privileged.
So enjoy the moment of being together, the laughter and the pictures that will take this holiday and make it into memories. And no matter what your belief or how you celebrate above all, don't forget the true meaning of this day for it is this that has provided you these moments - this privilege.
Merry Christmas everyone - pass it on.
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