The tunes of Deck the Halls, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer and Jingle Bells ring through my ears at every place I turn. "Tis the season to be jolly", they say, but when I look around all I see is people with confused looks on their faces, running through the shops in search of the perfect gift, any gift, to give the ones they care for. Yes, the affectionately named "Silly Season" is upon us!
Whilst joining in on the shopping madness today; running at the same pace with the same puzzled look upon my face, I can not help but think of the people in my life; the ones that remain and those whose paths changed direction.
There is a small handful of people in this world who throughout the years have managed to place a mark on my heart. Through their unconditional friendship, they have assisted in creating my memories; have been the ears to listen to my stories and at times the shoulder in which I have cried upon. Their soothing words can dry my tears, and their comical humour can make me
laugh so hard my sides could split. Yes, these people will forever hold a place in my world as I could not imagine living life without sharing it with them. These individuals are what I call, my lifetime!
My thoughts are quickly diverted to the other people who have come into my life at one point or another. I have either worked with them, or been introduced through other people. They are the ones that have preferred to walk a step or two ahead of me. We have formed an unlikely bond however as the season turns, their friendship is blown away like a leaf in the autumn breeze. The whirl wind created on their departure brings with it a cloud of dust that manages to blind my vision, allowing tears of heartache to escape my eyes. For many weeks after, I am forced to wonder what purpose these people served in my life and what lesson could be learned from the turbulent relationship. It’s a question I can rarely answer, so I settle on the conclusion that everything happens for a reason, in my mind, these people are just that; my reason!
While I continue on the path of Christmas frenzy, my confusion turns to clarity. In amongst the vast array of nameless faces I am forced to muffle a laugh as the realisation smacks me in the head and heart. Although I am searching for the perfect gifts to give my nearest and dearest, in some ways I have already given them the best gift of all. Because regardless of what each person brings to our lives, all have played a part in helping us become the people we are today...
So at this time of year when the gift of giving is at the forefront of our minds, I will relish in knowing that over the years and over many Christmases that I have been given a wonderfully unique and personal gift; The gift of memories and lessons.... What more could I want???
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas..... X
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