I hope everyone had an amazing Christmas to the best of what you are working with. I know this time of year isn’t joyful for everyone, and I want to acknowledge that. My prayers are with you, especially if the holidays are heavy or painful. You are not forgotten.
I had an amazing Christmas one of the best I’ve had in a very long time. For the first time in more years than I can count, I had all of my kids here. Even though the time together was short, it meant everything to me. Some time is always better than none.
I appreciate time with family and friends so much more now than I ever have before. I am very intentional about who I keep around me it’s a boundary I’ve learned to honor, and I’m at peace with it. Christmas in our family isn’t about gifts; it’s about laughter, connection, and traditions, and that means more to me than anything.
One of the sweetest parts of this Christmas was my granddaughter bringing home the most thoughtful little gifts she made at school just like I remember doing as a child. That touched my heart deeply. Going with her mom to pick out things they knew I would love was so kind and meaningful. Nothing was needed they are my gifts. All of my grandchildren are.
I also understand that these are hard times for many. Because of that, time with my family is more than enough for me.
It was special to see my granddaughter spend time with her uncle, cousin, and extended family people she hadn’t seen in so long. I don’t share names on social media, but I can say this there was so much laughter, so many hugs, and so much love. I will cherish those moments forever. I'm glad they live really close now.
Today I’m taking it slow doing a little cleaning, resting, and enjoying the fact that family is still here for a while. I feel incredibly blessed, especially to see prayers answered that once felt like they had gone unheard for so long.
Thank you, Jesus, for all You have done for us.
And thank you to my amazing family, my dear friends, and my church community you are all such a blessing. I love you very much.