An epiphany that forever changed my holiday…

I woke up early this morning, for a moment of silence before the hustle and bustle of the day.

With my head bowed and my hands wrapped around my warm coffee mug, I closed my eyes and waves of gratitude ripple from the inside out. 

Not because things are “perfect” but because I am still here. 

This is my all-time favorite holiday. The music and the decor… It is a season of warmth and connection. 

Nothing makes me happier than watching “the gift exchange”.  Seeing looks of surprise, awe and happiness followed by deep embraces. 

Today, I acknowledge that beauty, transformation and power can come from less that ideal circumstances. 

That anyone, no matter who they are, or where they come from, can be a vehicle of inspiration and truth. 

I do not know how you plan to celebrate. If your heart is full of happiness or ache.  Whether you are concerned about the future or fully grounded in the present.  

Regardless of the environment you find yourself in, know that there is meaning and purpose in you being right here, right now. 

Life is precious, life is fleeting and today, above all else, my hope is that you give the gift of love. 

Applying a lens of appreciation for each season of your journey, and showing yourself love for enduring, evolving and moving forward - no matter the cost. 

May we give love to those who make it easy for us to do so, and especially to those who do not.

May we always be joyful. Never stop praying, and be thankful in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)

#WPF