Although I'm sure you knew that, especially if you have children off to school! New school year rings in the hectic fun 1st semester.
For a few years now, I've been thinking and praying about my holidays. How I'll celebrate them, what traditions I'll pass down to my children. When I think back to my favorite times during the holidays, it's not the gifts I received or gave that I remember. It's the sounds, smells and family I was with that warms my heart. The traditions we shared, and the simple things that had meaning to our family. This is what I want to pass down. Not the consumerism, the hustle and drive to get THE toy of the season. That all passes away from our memories anyways, so why indulge it to begin with?
Then, when Michael passed, things changed. I gave more thought about how to spend his birthday. How to celebrate his short life. So many people don't have as we have, in that I mean we're blessed with family and friends who give of their hearts and abilities. I want to share that gift with someone, a child. I'm still praying about how it'll come about. I'm sure it'll take a few years to get it down, but I am happy to know that every year on Mickey's birthday, someone will be blessed because of him.
My plan for this holiday season is simple.
To give more than I receive. To give more joy, more smiles, more love and understanding. To spend more time with those who are important in my life. To share the joy of the season, even in the midst of pain, as it's the first without my Dad.
What are your plans for this season? What makes it special to you and your children?
In His hands,
Peggy
For a few years now, I've been thinking and praying about my holidays. How I'll celebrate them, what traditions I'll pass down to my children. When I think back to my favorite times during the holidays, it's not the gifts I received or gave that I remember. It's the sounds, smells and family I was with that warms my heart. The traditions we shared, and the simple things that had meaning to our family. This is what I want to pass down. Not the consumerism, the hustle and drive to get THE toy of the season. That all passes away from our memories anyways, so why indulge it to begin with?
Then, when Michael passed, things changed. I gave more thought about how to spend his birthday. How to celebrate his short life. So many people don't have as we have, in that I mean we're blessed with family and friends who give of their hearts and abilities. I want to share that gift with someone, a child. I'm still praying about how it'll come about. I'm sure it'll take a few years to get it down, but I am happy to know that every year on Mickey's birthday, someone will be blessed because of him.
My plan for this holiday season is simple.
To give more than I receive. To give more joy, more smiles, more love and understanding. To spend more time with those who are important in my life. To share the joy of the season, even in the midst of pain, as it's the first without my Dad.
What are your plans for this season? What makes it special to you and your children?
In His hands,
Peggy
Wow, what a story you have. I enjoyed your positive perspective. It's inspiring!
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