The Holidays

    Well like one of my earlier posts I wrote about the reason why I hadn't blogged, same reason here. It's so time consuming to plan, make and buy gifts. I think it's so sad the way the holidays are so commercialized now, prices on everything are higher than ever and people have less money than they did last year. I heard about how the holidays made people depressed and as a child I never understood this. I still don't really, but I comprehend it and it's so sad. The holidays are a time of celebration and still we struggle to celebrate. I have always tried to tell my family life isn't about the material objects in your life it's about the people. I hold everyone I know close even if I haven't seen them since high school (or earlier). I treasure every person and their thoughts. I was on facebook today and a lot of my friends have a lot going on. Some were complaining of the snow, I personally love the snow but I understand their complaint. Some where having more personal problems, I wish I could just invite them over for some coffee and be there for them so they can vent, cry or whatever they need. Some were talking about the milestone's of their babies, I should post more milestones about my own but it's cool to watch these babies about the same age as mine and watching them grow. And then a few were talking about their pregnancies. One at the end literally, and the other at the beginning. I read their posts and feel so much joy for them, I am going to miss that part of my life. As I was reading their posts, I  imagined everyone I know in a room together with me, laughing and happy. I can't imagine how full my heart would feel just to see everyone again. I want to tell my friends and family each on a personal note how much they mean to me and that I love them all dearly. They are the real gifts in my life. Regardless what they believe, how well off they are, or not. No matter what we've been through in the past. I care soo much about them and I want the best for them.

    Take some time to appreciate the people in your life. They are more precious than any gift you'll ever receive.

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa
Happy Holidays