It’s the season of joy, and merry. Watching and feeling the excitement of the holidays. The hustle and bustle of trying to get everything done. The excitement of children for that magical day to arrive. I love Christmas. I grew up in a home that celebrated this time of year with a big extended family, many gifts all around, and always too much food. So much laughter, and cheer. I have carried on the traditions with my children, and now grandchildren.
It is also a time of year of some sadness. Remembering those no longer with us. Cherishing the memories. I wasn’t in class tonight, as I spent the night with my mom. They had a family Christmas celebration for the residents. Singing Christmas carols, and songs from the olden days. Many smiling, and singing along. Also many alone. Maybe a dozen of 60 or 70 residents had family there with them to celebrate. It brought me sadness. I don’t know their situations, but it still made me feel for them. Spending this kind of night with my mom also brings some sadness. She loved Christmas. She loved to sing, and cook, shop and wrap, and always so much baking. It is hard to watch her now, a shell of the person she was. I still sang to her, and jingled with her hand. I tried to bring some joy to a tough situation.. I always will. I remember the good times, and tell her the stories of all of the great memories. I talk about all of the fun she used to have, and the love and laughter she shared with everyone she met. So much love and life.
I hope everyone has safe and happy holidays. Cherish all of the moments. Spread cheer, and laughter. It may make a world of difference to someone.
Merry Christmas team. I am thankful for each and every one of you.
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