Gifts

In the next day or two, there will be piles of ribbons,
shredded wrapping paper, crumbled up bags and
wonderful memories of gifts received.


My focus, today, is not on those store-bought trinkets.
I want you to think today, of the gifts you've received through the whole last year.


Gifts of people!


The idiots who cut you off in traffic.
The backstabbers who lied and betrayed you.
The gossipers who talked smack.
These 'Gifts' taught you patience and perseverance.
These 'Gifts' gave you strength and tenacity.
These 'Gifts' brought you visual clarity of what you
do not want to be or behave like.


The beautiful souls who raise you up.
The generous angels who grace your every day.
The supportive folks who listen and love you continuously.
The kind strangers who carry hope in a smile.
These 'Gifts' taught you there is goodness out there.
These 'Gifts' gave you self-confidence and joy.
These 'Gifts' assured you it's ok to be you.
These 'Gifts' lightened your days and filled your heart with love.


Gifts are what you make of them.
Filter and find the grace in each.
People are a joy to unwrap and discover.
Enjoy your holidays and ALL of your 'Gifts'!


Peace!