once a year, on this day more than others, i find myself reflecting the meaning of family, and this season. in times of economic uncertainty, massive layoffs, bank failures, my family is still able to say we have some measure of monetary stability, a roof over our heads, and really each other to count on…
beyond anything else, i’m thankful for that. i wish for the same stability next year…and really, i think that’s all anyone can wish for…
and on a side note: in less than a month, the man who this country has pinned all hopes on will take the office of the most powerful man in the world. i watch him, and realize that i pin my hopes on him as well. i hope that he can do all that he promised…and while i realize how much all that creates a monumental burden on his shoulders, i somehow have faith that he can lead this country to where we need to be. perhaps that’s naive on my part…but i insanely subscribe to his slogan of “yes we can”. maybe that’s what this country needs, to be together finally to strive for the same goal…
anyway…merry christmas to you and yours…or happy holidays dependind on your religion… =)
~ciao