I went to my mailbox yesterday and retrieved a Christmas card with a beautiful message inside. In the past few years, they had lost my current address, and well, time ticked on.

Apologies were sent for not being more diligent. I laughed because, at some point, every member of my family has had to call me to get my correct address. Truly though, it is not like I move under the cover of darkness, gone without a trace. I send everyone the address if I know it before I move. I am good like that. Anyway, it was a nice surprise.

Have you gotten any surprise mail this year?

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May the enchantment and wonder of the season fill your heart and home. The magic of Christmas never ends, and, its greatest of gifts are family and friends.

Wishing you
The Joy of Family
The Happiness of Friends
And the Wonder
Of the Holiday Season.

It was heartwarming to read the recollections and memories of Christmas Eve spent as there was a rotation of houses that were visited, family and friends alike, How quickly time marches on and we both find ourselves immersed in our lives or raising our families and forming their futures so that we may someday host the event that creates the memories in their mind.

Everybody I am related to or good friends with has done the nutcracker cans. It is a tradition which I have shown before, but I got a few more, which I put all over the house. I show that you can use all sizes of cans and add raffia or even a handle. I do this when I am giving it as a gift and put some fun things in there.

Our families have grown so much, schools, where they are all doing wonderfully, theirs and mine. I miss the hum of the house with them in it, but, embrace the journey that is being made into adulthood. It was fun comparing and reading between the lines.

I often find myself, especially around the holidays longing for the casual comfort of family and extended family. Even with my siblings, were all, as some of you are, separated by miles, states, and immediate family needs. I find myself embracing and welcoming all who are without a family and include close friends to build more memories for me, and for my family. Of course, we don't do that on conscience, but, it is what happens nonetheless.

I love Christmas, I embrace the giving, of my person, although sometimes through gifts that are made by me, sharing, creating, and remembering. We cherish the memories and the moments made.

Hoping that you and your family are healthy, happy, and able to share some wonderful moments this Christmas. Much love, always. And because it is Christmas and it's all about love and sharing, I leave this with you: May there be peace on earth, goodwill towards man. Truly. Truly. Could there be?

I dedicate this post to all of you. You bring joy to my soul and spread your love across the world. For this, I thank you. And just like that, these musings are done...and just so you know, although we are throwing glitter around the globe, I can guarantee you that there is still a little left to take us through Christmas. Have a most fabulous day!