December EnLIGHTenment
Enjoy the season, as you should
For 15 years I have written an email from December 1-24 and sent them free to friends, students, and family to bring a sense of joy and comfort to everyone and especially those who may find the holidays difficult. Here is one from last year to give you a taste of what I do. If you would like to be on my list, send me your email address if you’re a follower, or if you’re a subscriber, respond to this email and I will put you on my list! Happy Holidays!
Good Morning
“Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the handling of conflict without the loss of balance.” Rabbi Rami Shapiro
Music
A Gift for You
Give yourself a gift. Perhaps an afternoon of your favorite activities, book a retreat, buy yourself something you’ve always wanted. Treat yourself to something special because you deserve it!
This looks really sweet. A couple of pinecones, a bead garland, a pine bough and some sugar!
Joy, Magic & Gratitude
What made you smile today?
What beauty did you encounter today?
What gave you comfort today?
Sharing
Donating clothing is always a good idea. Make it great by purchasing new clothing, especially socks, which are needed at this time of year.
Happiness is….
Andrea, Matteo & Virginia Bocelli - A Bocelli Family Christmas (click the link)
Among the black & bare trees
we shook the snow from the undergrowth
with frost-reddened fingers,
seeking the sharp-spiked holly,
bunches of laurel & ivy,
& cold clusters of moon-pale mistletoe.
With these, our sisters transformed
the familiar kitchen into
a grotto of shining leaves,
and enchanted bower
woven from twigs & branches
sprinkled with scarlet berries.
Laurie Lee
The light of winter is the poetry of patience.
All images found on Pinterest.
HI Martha, please put me on your email list.
This was such a cheery message, with wonderful reflections of the holiday.
I especially like the poem.
Perhaps share it in Notes?