During this month of many spiritual observances by many different believers, I wish our world peace, now and in the future.
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A Day for Christians and Jews
Today Good Friday and the start of Passover coincide. The Christian observance is all day, and the Jewish one begins at sunset. The idea of both is the same–to stop, reflect, pray, and give thanks.
My best wishes to all for a blessed Passover and Easter season.
A Different Look at “Merry Christmas”
Christmas is a time of peace, yet it’s the time when people get upset, insulted, outraged, and argumentative about two words. Yes, we’re into the debate of “Merry Christmas” vs. “Happy Holidays.” The priest in this video takes an approach (which I heartily agree with) that the Reason for the Season Himself would probably take. It’s something to consider before we start issuing the greeting in question to everyone we meet.
Expand Your Hobby this Season
We’re getting into the season of love, when we feel the urge to give and share and make the lives of others brighter. We buy gifts for loved ones and give money to charities. We may even break our long-standing rule and give a buck to the homeless person standing outside the grocery store.
But we can also personalize and humanize our help. Someone who knits or sews for relaxation can make items for a specific charity (new, handmade items are a treat). When you cook your specialty, double up and take the extra to someone who is sick or living alone. Bake your favorite cookies, muffins, or scones to take to a shelter. Go to the movies often? Brighten the life of someone on limited income by treating him sometime, explaining that you’ll enjoy it more in his company. Like gardening? Help an elderly or disabled person plant a small, manageable garden at her home, then stop by often to admire its progress. If you unwind by doing auto repairs, volunteer to help get that laid-off neighbor’s car into running order.
The key is this: figure out what you do as a hobby, then share. You’ll find it more enjoyable—and more fulfilling—than ever before.
To End the Political Season
OK–one last political jab–one that most people can relate to:
(Thanks to Jim Knudsen for sending me this one.)