The weekend was packed full. A graduation and Christmas with the Lindgren clan. It was good to gather for happy reasons. It was a blessing to share good food and fellowship. Traditions and fun new things, too.
We rarely get to just hang out. It is when new memories are made. I am grateful for every moment shared. It is good to hang out in harmony.
Our table always overflows with abundance. Not just with food, but with stories and laughter. This year, we miss Mama especially. Some traditions pay tribute to the things we learned from her.
Although we may see some things in short supply this year, it is nothing compared to the challenges faced by generations who came before us. Everything was harder 100 years ago. Honestly, I'm old enough to remember when there was very little radar to help with storm predictions. We were taken off guard at times, making Christmas travel difficult.
This verse reminds me not to take any blessings for granted:
"they labor hard all summer, gathering food for the winter." -Proverbs 6:8
To have plenty is a blessing. To have some to share is pure joy. To share it with loved ones is, in itself, a gift.
Today, I am grateful for Christmas gatherings.
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