There's something about Christmas,
Which makes us...
- A little more optimistic and hopeful, enthusiastic about better and brighter days ahead
- Nostalgic and sentimental, reminiscing and yearning for the good old days of the past
- Gregarious, fun- loving and loud, wanting to be part of the most exciting countdowns and parties, to welcome this festive season in the hippiest fashion
- Introspective and subdued-wanting this time to seek solitude, solace and peace from within. To take time out of the mindless busyness , to relax and reflect alone, far away from the crowds - Eager to do something refreshing, mingle and make new frens, indulge in fresh company
- Hankering for the familiar, embracing the quiet comfort and company of family and friends closest to us- Feel loved and appreciated, surrounded by family and frens- Feel especially lonely, missing the people who cant be here/no longer here to share in the joys of this day with us
And all these emotions, thoughts and actions are evoked and felt, intermingled, all together, all at once - particularly strongly during this season called Christmas.
The power and magic of Christmas,
That makes a surly and serious man unconsciously hum along and whistle with the tuneful carols in the shopping mall
That makes one put those inhibitions and mind games aside to initiate greetings and well-wishes to frens and pple that's been neglected/lost contact over the year
When I was young, I haboured many notions of Christmas from the books read, movies watched and carols sung. There were the classic white christmases, with holly-shaped snow flakes and frosted glass panes, turkey and logcakes and of course the fireplaces where all would gather for warmth and bonding. Then there were the tropical ones on sandy beaches where gentle waves lapped, where warm sunshine and tuneful carols brought much cheer. And of course , the years of experimenting and testing - if those Christmas wishes really did/wld come true ?
Through the years , some wishes have come true , others have not.
Some christmases were particularly memorable. Some christmases, i can't recall.
Some christmases wrapped up fruitful and eventful years. Others ended unsmooth or rocky years.
How would this Christmas turn out for you? With the coming of age? With changing of roles played in life?
No matter how you choose to spend it,
May it be a special one. Blessed with His abundant and overflowing love and presence warming and anchoring in the depths of your heart.
Merry Xmas!
