From the Editor's Computer
‘Tis the season of Christmas. A season of gift buying and gift giving. Some of the gifts will be simple, while others will be very elaborate or expensive. Some people will be overwhelmed with gifts, while others will be fortunate if they receive one. Some gifts will be treasured, while others will be set aside to be returned or exchanged. Some gifts won’t be a tangible item, but rather money or a gift card.
At this special time of year, we should remember that the most important gifts we receive, can’t be put in a box and wrapped.
It's being alive that makes you rich. - Mike Dooley
The true gifts we receive are what make us rich. The gift of life, of opening our eyes to a brand new day, is the most precious gift we receive, not just at Christmas time, but all year round. The air we breathe is gift we should give thanks for continuously. Family and friends are another gift we receive throughout the year.
Only giving creates human dignity.
Only giving opens up the soul.
Only giving can miraculously change a life.
Only giving works at soul level
and radiates outward to every area of your experience.
Only givers get.
Only givers live a truly fulfilled, powerful,
positive, happy and deeply meaningful life.
- Author Unknown
We can also give precious gifts to others. Never underestimate the powerful effect of a gift of a smile on another person. It is a gift that fits all people and all situations. And it is even better if it is exchanged!
We receive precious gifts every day of our lives. Let us share our gifts, even if it is “only” a smile with everyone we encounter.
Beth
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