Showing posts with label peace. Show all posts
Showing posts with label peace. Show all posts

Friday, December 24, 2010

Here We Are....

The door closed behind us, an end to a long day where I've found much comfort. Evening rituals are being done.... a sip of water, washing of makeup - it's nearly time for bed. Tomorrow is Christmas Eve. Many of our holiday rituals have also been  accomplished. I have shopped and wrapped. I have baked and decorated. Together we have socialized, partied and toasted. The gathering of my "people" is what I love the most. People that need no introduction, we see them frequently.

Yet at this time of year there is also a feeling of connectedness, a bond that seems part of all humankind. Does that sound odd? I am happy to have a connection that is bigger than my immediate circle. I don't consider myself religious; more of a spiritually considerate person. As sure as the moon is large and white tonight and  as true as the stars shine brightly... somehow - HERE WE ARE on this beautiful planet with some divine guidance, able to live and thrive , to be happy, to wish for or strive to be - free, loved and respected. If you are a Christian then tomorrow is the birth date of Christ. No matter how you see it - HERE WE ARE - humankind; friends of this planet, and we should find a way to give peace a chance, love one another, offer a helping hand, all get along!! We can only hope....
And now, in all of my sentimentality... cue John Lennon, and sing with the choir... Give Peace a Chance!

And enjoy this season and all of the next that follow!