from me to you

peace family.

this year was a tough year, but a good year.

it was challenging in a way that reminded me, none of us gets through this thing alone. we need each other. you all represent a piece of me, no matter how tiny or how large; from lifelong fixtures, to distant acquaintances, my every day circle, to budding new friendships.

despite the distance, frequency with which we talk or see each other, or even our fall-ins or fall-outs, i value you all equally.

each phone call, email, text, drink, bite to eat, and smile was invaluable, and you’ll never know just how much it meant to me.

thank you.

so, instead of celebrating unnecessary gift giving this time of year, let’s celebrate the road traveled.

the uphill climbs, the obstacles we overcame, the people we lost along the way, and the ones we’re grateful to still have with us.

let’s celebrate unforeseen blessings, and new beginnings.

let’s celebrate the challenge to get better, love harder, forgive quicker, and live longer.

let’s celebrate the fact that we’re still here, and that there’s still time to say the unsaid.

let’s celebrate peace and abundance in the world, while being mindful of all those at war, and all those stranded in poverty.

let’s celebrate wisely and safely. because in ‘08, i look forward to moving forward with each one of you.

happy holidays, peace.