Today is
a widely observed by millions around the world. For some it is an annual
commemoration of the birth of the Christ child. For others it is a civil
holiday, celebrated by an increasing number of non-Christians. Some of
you may be celebrating in traditional style. Others of you may not. Many have
the day off work. Other must be at work. Some are able to be with family.
Again, others are not. As a child growing up in Canada, we would gather ‘round
the radio to hear the King’s Speech (or the Queen’s Speech), after which we
would open presents, eat a special dinner served on dishes reserved for special
occasions, and have food treats such as Halva and fruit cake. Often the
afternoon would again find us grouped around the radio listening to “A
Christmas Carol” or Perry Como. It was a “must” to think of at least one thing
for which we were grateful. It turned into a tradition that I still honor. Take
a moment today to think of at least one thing for which you are grateful. You
may not have everything you would wish for; you do have something for which to
be grateful. Happiness is a choice. Today, hang out with happy people because
happiness seems to rub off on each other. Whatever your style, whatever you do,
whomever you are with, my wish is that you have a happy, rewarding, and
fulfilling day. I am low-keying it myself, surrounded by a very small circle of
family-of-choice…
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