jayfurr | Yuletide Greeting

I spent Christmas alone at home today. Didn't spend a moment with another living soul; never stirred outside the house. Spent the day cleaning and de-cluttering. Got lots more to do, too. But nonetheless, I can't complain. I was able to log in on Facebook and view the affection and warmth in everyone's greetings and be content in the knowledge that others were happy and safe with their loved ones. That was a fine gift, knowing that so many of you were happy and warm. I'm sorry that everyone can't share in the season's special moments and I offer a special prayer for those in the service of their country, far from home.

Never forget to be grateful for the loved ones in your life. Never pass up a chance to remind them that they are loved. And don't sweat it if the sweater you got for Christmas today is tacky, the wrong size, or prone to set off your allergies; what matters is love, the greatest gift of all.