Isn't it odd...
that no matter
how hard we try
to have lower expectations
of the holidays...
There is so much room for
hurt...
dispair...
disappointment...
fear....
sadness...
judgement...
separation...
loneliness....
sorrow...
Sometimes...
even when you prepare yourself
for what you think might be the most
unexpected occurance....
you are caught off guard.
Even when you
resign yourself to the disappointment...
more comes your way.
Personally,
I am blessed.
My family and friends are
near, dear and wonderfully,
present.
However,
someone who I am very emotionally
attached to..... is sad.
Lack of common courtesy...
lack of respect...
lack of love..
How do we deal with lack of
love?
God blesses us...
sometimes we don't see our
blessings,
until it is too late and they are
taken away from us....
God,
please allow me to be
present.
Thank you to all of you who
visit my blog.
You have helped me this year more than you can
possibly know.
Please continue to let me know how,
and who you are...
thank you from deep inside....
smiles.
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Great things to remember at this time of year...
ReplyDeleteThose are magic words you prayed: God please allow me to be present.
ReplyDeleteMore magic words: God please hold _____ in the palm of your hand.
Peace!
Thank you both...I am truly looking forward to the New Year! New beginnings...smiles.
ReplyDeleteBe Present. That says it all. xoxo
ReplyDeletePerfect post. So many emotions are rolled into this one day. This year my hubs lost his job of 30 years and we did not exchange gifts with anyone. We did get some things for the kids and nieces and nephews. My kids were upset that there was nothing under the tree for mom and dad, (they are both students, no cash) but the focus was so much more on the day itself and not the "perfect" gift etc. I think even when our financial situation changes we will try to keep to this way of celebrating. Much less stress and much more joy. Here's to a bright New Year! Pam
ReplyDeleteWonderful post!!
ReplyDeleteHappiest of Holidays :)
wow..the holidays can be tough..i know i delt with some sadness myself this holiday..i just have to turn to the one who can comfort like no other..hope your friend is feeling better..
ReplyDeleteThank you all....isn't it amazing how the kind words of bloggin' friends can heal sadness....smiles.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Christmas tree. This time of year is so emotional...I hope that the good outweighs the bad.
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