It’s hard to believe Christmas is right around the corner. I know it’s on the way because of the Christmas specials on TV, the bright Christmas lights on homes at night, the crowded malls and the Christmas music playing on every other radio station.
But it just doesn’t feel like Christmas. I think I lost the spirit somewhere over the past few years. What use to be my favorite time of the year with the music, the decorating, cookies, holiday parties, cookies, Christmas shopping and wrapping gifts (did I mention cookies?) is now a big blur like I’m standing still and everything is happening around me. What happened to that old feeling of excitement and anticipation?
As positive as I try to stay I must admit Christmas to me now is a time to stop and reflect. Is this my last Christmas or will there be more to celebrate? I guess there are no guarantees in life and anyone can ask the same question. However, for me it’s more a reality. There’s no Ghost of Christmas Future to take me by the hand, fly me through the sky and show me what the future is bringing. I have to admit it’s kind of lonely and scary at the same time wondering what the next year will bring.
With that said, I will put on a smile, participate in the usual Christmas activities, try to capture some of the past and try not to think about the future - at least not now.
I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Healthy and Prosperous New Year!
With visions of sugar plums dancing in you head remember to slow down and enjoy the holiday. It will be over before you know it.
Keep On Dancin’
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