We tend to go, go, go…
And when we go, go, go, we may miss it when we step on someone else’s toes.
We may care not if we hurt or unfriend another.
We may not make the time that it takes to wholeheartedly listen to another, especially to the different.
We may not work whatever it is out.
And we may act as if the respect and love that all deserve isn’t all that necessary, when in reality, that decision may be more made because we go, go, go; we withhold love and respect because it’s easier, more convenient, or more something. It thus seems that such a decision is way more about us than it is about them.
We don’t have the time, take the time, nor give the time.
But at Christmas, we intentionally pause…
Even the Walmarts of the world close down.
We pause and take time for what’s most important…
… peace on Earth…
… goodwill to men…
… an o’ so holy night…
… and a star chased after for years, noting the miraculous hope it holds.
I continue to marvel about all that babe in a manger some 2000 ago means to us today… if we only take the time to pause and reflect… to consider its impact… what it means… and not to simply go, go, go.
Merry Christmas, friends. Today, Happy Christmas Eve!
Whether near or far, solemn or celebratory, may we reflect upon what’s most important… never sacrificing peace on Earth nor goodwill to any. May we be generous with our love and respect…
… to all.
Best wishes and blessings to you…
AR