Christmas

It is the time of year to give and receive gifts. But more than that... it is the time of year to appreciate and acknowledge the gifts of those around us... and the gifts within ourselves. It is the time of year to express love and appreciation to all those who have touched our lives in the past year. To all those who have brought some joy, some ease, some comfort, some compassion, some love into our lives. We don't have to just think of those who are close to us. It could be anyone. It could even be the Starbucks barista who remembers us from one moment to the next. It could be the service station attendant who is always so friendly with a big grin on his face. It could be the Safeway person who shows an inordinate amount of patience with us... or with someone else. We just have to look around us and we'll see the gifts of those around us. So, who can you appreciate and express gratitude to this season?