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A few years ago now, a very good friend of mine was working away on Christmas Eve. He arrived in
Back at home when the children were asleep, he set to work, and the following morning the three children woke up to Santa’s presents at the end of their beds. On the carpet they saw some silver, glittery footprints, which they followed out of the room, down the stairs, to the front door. And when they opened the door, they couldn’t believe their eyes. The garden was covered in snow and there, in the middle, was a snowman – complete with scarf, pipe, and carrot nose.
For a very long time, those children felt so special that it had only snowed at their house. And I’m sure it’s a memory they will never forget.
That, to me, is magical. It’s what Christmas is all about…reaching out and taking just a little time to touch others.
I know we all like to give presents at Christmas (and ok, I’ll admit it…I do like receiving them too!) but it’s rarely the presents we remember. An act of kindness or meaningful words…they are the things we’ll take with us into the future, and treasure.
I’ve seen a lot of love here in Blogworld these past few days. What TME is doing right now on her site has had me welling up since she started it three days ago. If you haven’t been over there, I urge you to take a look. The words she has written, I am certain, will mean far more to the people she is writing about than a gift wrapped present ever could. She’s told me that mine is to come and to be honest, I know I’ll have tears rolling down my cheeks. She really is an incredible woman, and I love her dearly.
I know there are people out there who may not be looking forward to Christmas this year. There are people who are alone and wishing they had a special someone to share it with. I know, sadly, that Dan has recently lost his father, and others will also be spending their first Christmas without a loved one. And this morning I heard the very sad news that a fellow blogger, Anu, has been killed in a car accident. My thoughts and prayers go out to all who knew and loved her. Through reading just a few of her entries, she has touched my life even in her death. Again, I urge you to take a look…and if you wish to say a few words, WDKY is gathering condolences to send to her family…another truly wonderful thing for somebody to do.
Whatever you are doing this Christmas….whatever your circumstances…please, just treasure every single, precious moment. And remember – it really doesn’t have to snow for it to be a White Christmas.
I want to thank each and every one of you for sprinkling a little of your magic into my life. x
I was wrong……..
this is by far the best post of the month
That was very moving in itself.
Merry Magical Christmas to you.
Tears are rolling again, damn it.
Thank you MissU for bring your magic and thoughtfulness to my life. You are such a dear and wonderful person.
Much love to you *hugs*
I absolutely love the imported snowman. That is EXACTLY what Christmas is about — the magic that love makes.
And love is magic, make no mistake about that. I like to be Joe Cynic (with a side of Harold Smartmouth), but I’m really pretty smooshy, when you get right down to it. Merry Christmas, you sweet lady. Hope yours is full of lovewonder.
Here goes the tears again!! *snif, snif* Thanks for all the magic you bring us in blog land. I hope you have a magical Christmas.
Happy Hump Day.
Laney, what a wonderful post. Thanks for writing it my dear friend.
I want to thank you for becoming a sweet friend this year. I treasure you and your writings, and look forward to another wonderful year.
Love, Dan
Kristen – In comparison to what so many others have written out there recently, I find that hard to believe, but thank you so much for saying it. I guess that means it may have moved you a little? I was thinking about you when I wrote some of it. I really hope you have a special, safe and peaceful Christmas. x
Kitty – Merry, magical Christmas to you too! x
Robyn – Tissue sweetie?
You were here for me from the beginning and I’ll never forget that. I’ve been thinking about you a lot lately, hoping that you’re happy. I’ve really missed your regular posts…but I still click every day in the hope that you’ve written. Sending you a big hug and lots of love. x
Ted – I always knew you were smooshy – it stands out a mile! I think I need to say a a big thank you to you for getting my brain cells working each morning lately…and for giving me a big smile at the start of my day. x
Leigh – You just make sure that YOU have a wonderful, magical Christmas, ok? And I’m sending you a big hug and wishing you all the luck in the world for a fantastic 2007. x
Dan – Don’t start me off…I’m almost out of tissues here.
Thank you so much for stopping by today . It’s so lovely to see you back even though I know how very tough things must be for you at the moment.
You keep that love flowing, ok? And treasure all your wonderful memories this Christmas. Big hugs Dan. x
Your post captures the essence of what this holiday is about. It isn’t about churches, or presents, or even a baby born long ago. It’s about loving each other today. Why we as a species do such a poor job of it is beyond me. But at least here in Blogland we practice it every day.
Peace to you and your family, my dear friend. And thank you for all the kind, exciting and funny words and thoughts you’ve shared with us.
Aww Cherrie, that was lovely. You’re right…we do a crap job of it. That’s why this place here is so amazing…so full of wonderful people. And I count you as one of them. Love and hugs to you and Hardin this Christmas xx
this is definitely a post of wonderful words which breathed feelings and emotions of truth !
Thank you so very much.
Merry, Merry Christmas Miss U!
You are so fun & fabulous!
You are pure delight!
Hope Santa was real good to you.