It’s New Year’s Eve. Please be safe while having fun. Enjoy the night. See you in 2025.
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Clearing Up 2024
I don’t believe there is enough sage that can be burned to clear up 2024. It will require something much stronger that is more potent. Looking ahead 2025 is going to be worse.
Happy Boxing Day – December 26th
Boxing Day, the traditionally British holiday recognized the day after Christmas, offers an extension of the festivities. People in countries like Canada, the U.K. and South Africa spend an extra day with friends, shopping or watching sports.
It’s origins come from a time during Queen Victoria’s reign when the rich used to box up gifts to give to the poor. Boxing Day was traditionally a day off for servants – a day when they received a special Christmas box from their masters. The servants would also go home on Boxing Day to give Christmas boxes to their families.
To all celebrating I hope it has been a good day of being with those you love and care about.
The Reality Of The Season
For many out there this is not a happy time of year. There are many reasons the joy of the season is muted due to realities that are ever present. To those who are struggling know you are seen and loved. May you find peace to get through the holidays. May God be with us all no matter our circumstances. Peace on Earth. Goodwill to everyone.
Dear Canada, I Love You
I am an American who is very very pro-Canadian. They are going through some things right now including some national political turmoil and being bullied by Donald Trump. I will always stand with Canada and Canadians.
Compassion For The Season
Many people find this time of year difficult to navigate. Compassion can be a gift that keeps on giving even after the holidays. Everyone can use a break. I believe that God is there with us as we travel through life even this time of year. As we journey through Advent, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s Day many memories are brought to the forefront.
This time of year can bring unexpected events such as illness and traumas that make life more challenging. I think we need to be there for one another through all the things that are going on. Good things like compassion, empathy, sympathy, and kindness are always the best gifts anyone can get.
The best part is that you don’t need to wrap them up or wait for them under your tree on Christmas Day. To all of you, my friends know that you have my compassion in your struggles.
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