“The Christmas Gift” is a poem written by my husband. He wrote it 25 years ago, I guess it’s time he put it out there, eh? It’s an adorable story that explains how it was that Santa Claus came to be. In a way that you would probably not expect! I did the illustrations for this one. It was a lot of fun and the little boy in the story is modeled after my son, Gabe with a few nods to his brothers, Ian and Joe. They all looked quite a bit alike when they were little.  It also calls to mind the first Christmas that we all spent together as a new blended family. That Christmas morning we left clues around the house that our children had to decipher. These clues would eventually lead them to their presents and along the way they led to some bonding. What brought it all together was another poem Ted wrote about St. Nick. It was one that united all of us in the past and through that, it united us in the present. So his stories/poems have a special place in my heart and I think they will find their place in other people’s hearts as well.  We’ve put this all together now and have made it available in a book which can be ordered HERE.  Hope you enjoy!

After giving a couple of readings this morning, I decided to pull a card for myself. I pulled the Ace of Cups. I don’t believe I’ve ever drawn this one before. The Ace of Cups speaks of Happiness, Compassion and Love.

This past month there have been several young people that I have known that have died. It’s always difficult when this happens, but I find it even more disturbing when it happens around a season that is traditionally centered on being together with our friends and families. Their deaths have reinforced my appreciation for life.

Today the Ace of Cups reminds me that my cup is full. Yes, there are some things that I am no doubt lacking right now but for those things that matter in big ways, like family and love, I’ve got those in spades. My cup is full.

It is a reminder not only to appreciate all that you have but to keep your focus there as that will ensure your “haves” only increase. When you see and appreciate these things your attitude will change. When attitudes change, energies change and so do your opportunities.

Take the time today to tell someone you appreciate them. Look for the good and see the abundance around you. Be kind to yourself and give lots of hugs and kisses. Share the fullness of your cup.

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