It's The Little Things

As Christmas arrives, and we are all so busy getting things ready, I look at all the items there is to getting ready for this big day!

It's not the big things that matter, like buying and wrapping the presents, it's the little things. Most put up lights, a tree, garland, stocking hangers then the cooking and baking. Each of these things by themselves, is small, but each plays an important role in the joy of the season for others. Most don't do these things for themselves, but rather for their family.

Even in these small ways, the spirit of the season is seen.

Some don't know why they feel joy at doing these things, but the reward for their hard work comes from others. Doing for others, serving others, is what life is. Some do it more than others, but if there was one lesson I would like to leave to my posterity, it's the "Spirit of Christmas".

For those who never venture into this side of life, their existence is shallow, meager and far from fulfilling. We all know those who wouldn't dream of doing anything for anyone else, save it be for payment. Those are the ones who's life will be longer than they can tolerate. Those who know this little secret will tell you that their life was rich, rewarding and full of love and far too short.

As this season comes, I wish all my family and my friends, a Merry Christmas and I wish everyone the "Spirit of CHRISTmas".