This is the time of year for joy, reconciliation and family. We honor the birth of our Savior, and give thanks for the blessing we enjoy all year. I used to anticipate the Christmas season, for the warmth, camaraderie and fellowship everyone seemed to share. Not I find I dread the season, not the reason.
The reason for the season is to celebrate the birth of Our Lord and Savior. We exchange gifts as a way of honoring His birth, His life and his Ministry. The commercialization and political correctness of the “holiday season” make me sad. I will ALWAYS say Merry Christmas, as that is what I mean!
I am not a perfect human being. I have my foibles; I have made my share of mistakes. I say to you, (John 8:7) He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her. I get so weary of the sanctimonious self righteous people in my life! Some have ostracized me for no other reason than they “heard” I harmed another. To my family and loved ones and relatives, I only do what I believe is good for my family. I have never intentionally harmed another, and I surely would never do or say anything to harm either of my daughters. We can argue all day what he said/she said, at the end of the day it’s all about where my heart is, and I am good with the Man upstairs!
My heart is with My Savior first, with my husband second, and our children third. I love my brothers and they are an important part of my family and support system. I don’t have to “like” their spouses, yet, I do love them, I just don’t like their behavior. My husband’s siblings are another story. His sister is the most passive aggressive shrew I have ever met. His brother easy going live and let live. Go figure.
I am doing me, and happy with that. Should anyone else want to judge me, or my behavior let them walk one day in my shoes. I will be happy to take their advice, once they know how I live my life. Your perception is not my reality.
I love my daughters. I am disappointed in their behavior, and I love them unconditionally.
Merry Christmas, PEACE on Earth (and in my life) and GOOD WILL to all!
