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Hopalong:
Thanks ((((Tupp))))) and ((((Lighter))))!
AND ((((((Bettyanne))))) and (((((Amber)))))!

I'm still peeking in daily. Just not writing much as
when December rolls in, I feel a kind of folding-inward,
if that makes sense.

It started with protecting myself from holidays pain,
but has become more like a response to December. I've
realized my best way to get through the cold and dark is
to focus mostly on childhood spiritual experiences of this
time.

Dark. Still. A star. Peace on Earth (within me if not outer).

I find myself still able to enjoy some of the formerly-religious
but now just ... spiritual vibes of the season. For me, nothing
to do with family or gifts or gatherings, just the deep core of
hope and love and peace.

I rediscover beloved music (subtracting the theology) that
still moves me tremendously. I reconnect with reverence,
that wonderful shard of religion I still can experience, even
as my agnostic self. I just make myself be quieter.

Here's a video I have sent out every single year. It moves
me no less this time than the first time I ran across it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKFTgTcPX9c

I don't think or believe or say "holy" in my regular life.
In dark still December, I remember.

love
Hops

Twoapenny:
Cocooning, Hops :)  I think this time of year is a natural one to draw inward.  Modern life tends to discourage it.  I'm glad you've got those deep connections and that you can take what helps and leave what doesn't.  Enjoy the rest and the peacefulness.  I'm sure Pooch enjoys it too :) xx

Hopalong:
Thanks, Tupp.
I do feel peaceful.

A lot to be grateful for since nearly
ten years ago when holiday periods
were pure hell. I've taken the time back.

I'm having December, and so far I like it.

hugs
Hops

Bettyanne:
I keep hearing this song I'll be home for Christmas.....if only in my dreams.....
Well it makes me cry because I know Bill isn't going to be home......ever again.....
But I will try to do the best I can to make it through Christmas etc

Sometimes we just gotta do what feels best to us at the time....

Happy ????? what ever you want it to be....
Love,
Bettyanne

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