TO ALL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . Have a Blessed Christmas. . . . . .
Wrap your kids presents in great big hugs. . . TELL THEM you love them. . . . likewise, place your parents in the place of highest honor. First forgive them. . . then tell them you love them. By doing this, you will release them, as though they had been captives. . . and I assure you, the heavens will rejoice.
Remember all that dough we made in 1999. . .and be thankful. . . then give some of it away to the needy. . . through Salvation Army, 2nd Harvest Food Bank, Rescue Mission and Meals-on-Wheels. . .don't worry about whether Uncle Sam will allow the deduction or not. . . just do it.
When you are shopping, if you see a man with great despair on his face, perhaps as he struggles to buy a gift for his child. . . . pick up his tab. . .but tell no one of your good deed. . .encourage your children to do the same . . . .give freely and generously to those you do NOT know . . without passing judgment on them in any way. . . . for this is the true gift of Christmas. . . that we learn to love our neighbors as much as we love ourselves.
Take some soul time this weekend. . . call a family member or friend you haven't spoken with in too long a time. Use your backbone and take the initiative. Visit an elderly family member. Bring a gift to the lonely neighbor up the road. . .and be sure to stay a while and visit with them. . . show interest. . . invite them to dinner. It is time well spent and is good for your soul. . .
Lead your family to worship in your various ways. . .Those that attend regularly, instead of receiving from your place of worship, as you do each week. . . take that time to apply those principals you have learned so well.
Visit an acquaintance in the hospital or in prison. . . take them a special gift. Bring joy to those in despair. Show love to the unloved. . . . . Take a chance. . . . . . Make a difference.
It isn't about you!!
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Love, joy, peace, health, wisdom and prosperity to you all,
Rande Is . . . and family
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