I saw and heard so much this Christmastime. I feel at peace, aside from my son giving himself a slight injury from a gift he got from his accomplice/father. My own heart was calm and full, knowing the blessings I've been given. Love, home, family, friends, food, laughter, music...all that I'm thankful for. I love that Advent was more than shopping for me, and our bible study was spiritual food for others as well as for me. I am keenly aware of several friends who are experiencing their first Christmas without the someone they love, and I am grateful that they are surrounded by close family and friends who can share the challenge with them.
I spent time praying, as well, as I hope we all do, for those who do know feel the peace we may feel. Those who are missing someone special, those who are angry or stressed, confused or at odds with people they love. There are people who have lost their way or lost their "mojo" and are just trying to steer themselves down the middle of the river again. I pray that all these are blessed with peace, comfort, forgiveness, renewed energy and health. I pray that those who would bless them are able to do so. If it is me who must do it, I pray that I recognize the moment when it is upon me, and am able to be God's arms and voice rather than my own, and can deliver the blessing that he asks me to bring.
God bless us, everyone.
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