As I write this post, I realize that the twenty-seventh day of December is underway, but I am not one to stand on formality, plus in some parts of the country, it is still the twenty-sixth day of December. So, I am forging ahead with today’s post, even though it is tomorrow. Are you ready?
For many people, the day after Christmas ushers in the post-holiday blues, but not for me. As I stated in the first post of this series, “On the First Day of December”, I actually dislike Christmas, or more accurately what has become of the celebration of Christmas. So, for me, the day after Christmas leaves me feeling a sense of relief that it is over for another year and excitement that one of my favorite holidays, New Year’s Day, is less than a week away. This year, it also felt like a good day to end this particular series of posts.
As I look back of the past twenty-six days, I am in awe of everything that occurred, both positive and negative and everything in between. In some ways, I feel like the month just started, and in other ways, I feel like it will never end. No matter what, though, I sit here feeling pleased at not just surviving the holidays, but finding my own way of discovering and embracing the people, places, and things that represented the spirit of the season, made my heart sing, and left me smiling big time. Sometimes, I felt that joy, love, and peace all around me, but a few times, I wondered whether they existed at all. Tonight, though, I had all the proof in the world that the goodness and light of the holiday season is real and not just reserved for the first twenty-five days of December.
I spent a truly lovely evening in the company of new and old friends, as we all gathered for the common purpose of welcoming home our mutual friends from abroad. It was a gathering that left me in high spirits, thanks to the love, joy, laughter, and conversations that filled the room, and I soaked up the positive energy and camaraderie of such amazing people. When I left the light and warmth of their company to head out in the cold, dark night to return home, I found myself smiling broadly while happy tears formed in my eyes. For in that moment, I felt content, loved, and happy, truly happy. To me, that is what this season is all about.
My heartfelt thanks for taking the time to read any or all of this latest series of posts and for sharing your comments and stories, as your support and interest are appreciated more than you may know. Please, keep visiting The Kindness Blog, as we continue to share stories of kindness, love, compassion, and all that is good in this world. We will end this year on a positive note, and we will be ready to begin the new year with more stories to tell and new series to share. Thanks, again, for making this December one to remember!
Thank you so much for your awesome December blogs. You and your stories have brought me to life, thank you for kindness, generousity and finding time for sharing your precious thoughts with us, people all around the world.
Marina, thank you so very much for such truly lovely words! It means a great deal to us to know that this site means something to so many people around the world who crave positive and inspirational stories and who are doing their part to spread love and mindness wherever they are. We are all in this together, and together, we can make this a kinder, gentler world for all!
When all the guests are gone, the wrapping paper picked up there is still warmth left. All I could ask for would be a fireplace! to sit in front of with my dog!
Well said. I agree with you about what Christmas and Boxing Day have become – a time for people to get into debt to buy presents that they don’t need or afford. When all they need to do is spend time with family and friends. 😀
I am so glad that there are so many of us who all recognize what the true gifts of this holiday season really are, and may we always cherish those precious gifts and give freely of ourselves to others!
I have truly enjoyed your blog….and have looked for the true “gifts” of the season as I have similar feelings about Christmas and what it has become. Happy New Year Kristi!
Thank you for a December full of wonderful days of remembering what Christmas should be about, instead of what it’s become. I’ve enjoyed spending these days with you, and am looking forward to spending many more with you in the New Year to come. We’ll see you then.
What a wonderful note, and I sincerely thank you! I love sharing my stories, thoughts, and ramblings with you all, and I already am excited about an idea for a new series of posts to kick off 2015. So, stay tuned . . .
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Thank you so much for your awesome December blogs. You and your stories have brought me to life, thank you for kindness, generousity and finding time for sharing your precious thoughts with us, people all around the world.
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Marina, thank you so very much for such truly lovely words! It means a great deal to us to know that this site means something to so many people around the world who crave positive and inspirational stories and who are doing their part to spread love and mindness wherever they are. We are all in this together, and together, we can make this a kinder, gentler world for all!
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Thank you for putting a lot if kind ess in my blogger life 🙂
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You are so very welcome, and I thank you for your work and for being always gracious and kind!
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Thank you, I try my best 😉
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Well said! Merry Christmas 🙂
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Many thanks, as I am grateful that you liked this!
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When all the guests are gone, the wrapping paper picked up there is still warmth left. All I could ask for would be a fireplace! to sit in front of with my dog!
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Now, that’s a cozy image indeed, and I hope that you always find some warmth in your life!
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Well said. I agree with you about what Christmas and Boxing Day have become – a time for people to get into debt to buy presents that they don’t need or afford. When all they need to do is spend time with family and friends. 😀
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I am so glad that there are so many of us who all recognize what the true gifts of this holiday season really are, and may we always cherish those precious gifts and give freely of ourselves to others!
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I have truly enjoyed your blog….and have looked for the true “gifts” of the season as I have similar feelings about Christmas and what it has become. Happy New Year Kristi!
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So thankful for you, Sheila, and I wish you and yours all the best that the new year has to offer!
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What a refreshing post!! Thanks, human!🌟
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Thank you so much, fine feline:)
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Awwww…(kitty blushes) 😺
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Thank you for a December full of wonderful days of remembering what Christmas should be about, instead of what it’s become. I’ve enjoyed spending these days with you, and am looking forward to spending many more with you in the New Year to come. We’ll see you then.
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What a wonderful note, and I sincerely thank you! I love sharing my stories, thoughts, and ramblings with you all, and I already am excited about an idea for a new series of posts to kick off 2015. So, stay tuned . . .
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