Hope...

I have been reflecting of late, because of the season upon us, about gifts and giving;

about sharing and fulfillment;

about meaning....

I have thought about the hopes and dreams we aspire towards,

and the promises that we make to ourselves and to others;

about honouring ourselves...

I have realized that what's truly given, doesn't have a bow on top;

isn't always pretty either,

and may taste bittersweet or appear broken;

but given Time,

will unwrap itself inside your heart and linger awhile

before the magnitude and beauty reveal themselves to you...

What is good and true and kind about this holiday;

and about every day for that matter,

is learning that the presents that matter most,

are the ones that create a Presence inside of you,

that you grow into,

that become a part of who you are as a person;

and this is what you give back in return
knowingly or not...

May all that you are, and all that you hope to be, find fulfillment this year

and all the years to come.