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The Season for Celebration

The Season for Celebration

**1/7/24 post updated: The Hannukah celebration by the Jewish community is not widely celebrated due to security reasons. The current state of affairs of the war, in no way is meant to imply that the Jewish community is the cause. My sincerest apologies to every and anyone who may have been offended. **

The time of year is here. The season of celebration, thankfulness, giving, family and reflection. We have all heard of Thanksgiving, Christmas and Kwanzaa. Among those, people also celebrate Diwali and Three Kings Day. I know there are other celebrations being had across the world. Hannukah is a celebration by the Jewish community. Unfortunately, due to the current state of war these may not be celebrated as widely, because of security reasons.

The point I am getting to, is that no matter what part of the country you live, we all have something to celebrate and be thankful for. The world is not perfect but we can all find at least one thing that is worthy of celebration.

Family

Family is a reason to be thankful. We do not always see eye-to-eye and agree on things, but family is a good reason to be thankful. Maybe, this time of year family can bury the hatchet and squash old beefs in the name of renewal for the new year. Release the weight and be free from the hold. You will feel so much better and be glad that you did.

Health

Celebrate health. If you are ambulatory and have full use of your limbs, celebrate that. You might be thinking, so what that’s nothing to celebrate. Just think if you couldn’t walk on your own. Having to depend on others to do for you. You will appreciate the use of those legs to drive a car, go to work, play with your small children. Taking a walk or even exercising.

Love

Love is a reason to celebrate. If you are coupled up, whether you are married or have a boo. Celebrate that love. Whatever that thing is that brought you together, reflect on it and celebrate in your own way.

The Season for Celebration

Every culture has their holiday rituals and traditions. If you are not in a celebratory mood, try to get out of that funk. It won’t be easy but find a reason to smile. If you haven’t been practicing your religion, go back to that. If you haven’t talked to your friends/family in a while, do that. The things that bring a smile to your face and make you feel good inside, revisit that.

Giving

Let me not forget the season for giving. It is not always about money. Give someone a smile or a compliment. If someone asks for your advice, give them true and sound advice. Hug yourself and say something nice. If you do participate in giving for the holiday season, give with a whole heart and not expect anything in return.

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What is your Favorite Christmas Movie?

What is your favorite Christmas movie? The holiday season is here. During this time of year, there are a ton of holiday movies playing. You can watch an animated version, a Christmas comedy, a romance or the regular kind. A few titles come to mind when I think about some of my favorites.

Home Alone– Kevin gets into all kinds of things when he gets left behind by the family. He comes up with some clever plots to stop would-be burglars who think the house is empty.

This Christmas– This Christmas is a movie about more than the holidays. It is about family, love, and life. I’m sure most of us can relate to at least one character in this movie. There is some good music in this one too.

A Charlie Brown Christmas– This one is a classic, if you like the Peanuts gang! It always puts me in a good mood when I watch it.

How The Grinch Stole Christmas– Jim Carrey (the Grinch) is up to no good in this one.

The Best Man Holiday– Even though this one was a little sad, there is some laughter too.

Black Nativity– Some life lessons and good singing in this one to lift your spirits.

Drop a note and share with us, what is your favorite Christmas movie? Don’t be shy 🙂

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Oh, Come What May

May brings a few events, holidays and fun things.

This is the month for zodiac signs Taurus and Gemini.

Happy birthday to all the bulls and twins out there.

Images by Peter Lomas from Pixabay

The birthstone of people born this month is Emerald.

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This month is National Blood Pressure Month. Roll up those sleeves and get your pressure checked! A normal blood pressure reading is around 120/80. Check out this link for more information, May is High Blood Pressure Education Month | NHLBI, NIH

Image by Mostafa Elturkey from Pixabay

May 5th is Cinco de Mayo- This day marks a day of triumph for the Mexican army over the French army. The Battle of Puebla in 1862 was a day of victory! Celebrations are held all over the world.

8th of May is Mother’s Day- Show Mom how much you care and how much she is loved and appreciated.

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19th of May is the birthday

of Malcolm X

May 30th is Memorial Day- A day to commemorate the people who fought and died in battle.

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Happy Holidays

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Happy Holidays

Just a quick note to wish everyone a Merry Christmas!  The year 2021 is coming to an end and it went by so fast! This time of year brings some nostalgia with all the shopping, gifts, get-togethers and festive events.  Let’s not forget the good food.

Things have been a little different with Covid-19 and it has put some of those get-togethers and events on hold.  Even still, being with loved ones; family, significant others, and friends is still very important.  Let us not forget our fur babies too.

If you have not spoken to someone for a long time, reach out.  Call, text, email.  We never know how long we will be here on earth.  If someone has been on your mind a lot lately but you are afraid to call or see them, just do it. It might change your life in a good way.  Even if it doesn’t at least you will not go on wondering; what if.  At least you tried.

The year 2022 will bring new adventures and some challenges.  We will embrace and welcome the adventures. We can face those challenges head on with a smile and confidence.

Whatever your holiday traditions are I wish everyone the best. Have a good time and enjoy friends, family and good food.  Be safe and I wish everyone a prosperous and healthy new year.