Well, everyone, it’s about that time. For those that celebrate, Merry Christmas. For those that go for something earlier, or later, or anything at all, I wish you good days, and wonderful times at the end of the year.

It’s been a year for most of us, I’m sure. I doubt that there’s any of us that have made it to the end without at least one regret, regardless of where it came from. Changes, too, probably. I know I’ve been through quite a few, both on the inside and in the life that everyone else sees. New house, new place to live, new city. And so many things about myself, too. I know that I’m not unique in that. I’m sure that at least half of you reading this have had some major upheaval, or failing that, found something new in yourself that you’ve had to take time to think about, adjust to, or something like that.

It's life, isn’t it? Always changing something, heh.

But changes like that? They’re for the new year to sort out. That’s what that holiday is all about. But this is Christmas.

Christmas is about cheer.

Christmas is about having that bit of light in the winter.

Christmas is about food, and good feelings, and whatever gifts that you can manage to find, either for yourself or others.

So, take a moment and appreciate yourself. This Christmas, these holidays, stop and appreciate yourself for being someone that’s made it to the end of the year. Remind yourself that you got here, and that you’re still going. Most of all, think of the things you have, that you’ve gained, that you’ve helped others get, and know you’re a credit to yourself.

Give yourself something nice, some compliments, some appreciation, because you’re worth that.

And then, if you have any left, see how you can make someone else feel. Because we all deserve a smile.

Merry Christmas, everyone. May it be merry and bright.