CHRISTMAS EVE


"Maybe Christmas, he thought...Doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps...Means a little bit more! The True meaning of Christmas came through, and the Grinch found the strength of 10 Grinches plus 2!"
Dr. Suess

Tis the day after Christmas Eve and all through my house Are the smell of the cookies that finally got baked. So off to the neighbors I walked in slow steps, and the neighbors were happy, and I was all done with the quest.
Done... except for cleaning the dishes and pans that were thrown in the sink for this good little elf to sparkle and shine. Then off to the counter to make the mac and cheese and place in the oven at 375 degrees. I sat and drank coffee and nibbled some treats. And then what to my weary  eyes did appear, but the bird on the counter just waiting to take its breth taking bake. And now I sit here writing the blog that was meant to be written by yesterday's Eve. I hope you enjoy it, I and Hope your day brings, health, peace, prosperity, love and laughter!

And, here is a quote by Maya Angelou to remind us of something that is important for the new year.      

"The onus is upon us all to work to imrove the human condition. Perform good deeds, for this is truly the way to battle the forces of entropy that are at work in the world. The composite of all our efforts can have an effect. Good done anywhere is good done everywhere."

Remember the meaning of Christmas is to spread the Christ Consciousness whatever your beliefs ay be. Be kind to your fellow women and men. Lend a helping hand wherever yo can, become involved in solving the issues that bother you. Spread optimism wherever you go, and be the calm and listening ear to a friend in woe. Happy holidays to all!
Love and light,
Sandy Smith



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