There are times when I believe I have something deep and meaningful to say – profound, even. Reality usually kicks in pretty quickly.
That’s ok, though, because what I do have to say is heartfelt and genuine and for me, that’s enough, at any given point.
Christmas, like many celebrations based around (a) religion, has, each year, become more and more a time of distress and conflict. The endless commercialisation has eroded the meaning. In some ways, this is good. I am not religious by any means and while I believe in something – the interconnectedness of all things – a singular deity is not it.
So Christmas for me is a time with family, of appreciating how fortunate I am, mourning those who are not (and actively doing something to help them when I am able, not this year) … and a LOT of unhealthy food in unhealthy quantities.
Oh – and the Christmas movie – Die Hard.
Tomorrow, I’ll head to K3’s mum’s place for a lunch/arvo tea/gift opening meet up – a very casual affair and better yet, friendly and relaxed. Then home again for a food coma nap, games and laughter.
What does your Christmas look like? What , if anything, does it mean to you now?
No matter how you celebrate, if you celebrate, I hope that you and your loved ones are gifted joy, peace and stay safe throughout this time and into the new year 🖤🙏