Ahoy, me hearties! 'Tis the time to bestow the 'Tis Meaning o' Christmas upon ye all!
2023-12-10
Arrr, me hearties! 'Tis the jolly ol' Yuletide upon us! Not just fer treasures and marvels, or a wondrous birth, but for rejoicin' in the shinin' souls durin' the darkest of hours. Yo ho ho and a mug o' grog!
In the language of a 17th-century pirate, it seems that our nation and the world are descending further into a crushing abyss of problems. These include wars, atrocities, crime, crumbling cities, inflation, partisan divides, poverty, hunger, and mental health issues. All of these issues cause pain to fellow human beings, who may feel alone and abandoned.However, as the Christmas season approaches, it is important to remember that it is not just about gifts and a miraculous birth. It is a time to celebrate the brightest aspects of humanity during the darkest times. The true meaning of Christmas, in my opinion, lies in our innate desire to reach out and help those less fortunate than ourselves.
As a child, I experienced numerous evictions and hardships, finding solace in a small plastic Nativity scene. Although I may not have had material wealth, I believe I was blessed with the ability to tell stories. This led me to create a Christmas novel that highlights people from around the world overcoming their struggles and finding inner peace by helping orphaned children.
I firmly believe that poverty and numerous other problems can be positively impacted on a micro level. Each of us knows someone going through personal struggles, and if we all helped just one person this Christmas, it would make a meaningful difference. Help can come in various forms, not just monetary assistance, but also through human interaction and support.
As the world becomes more confusing and foreboding, the Golden Rule remains a simple yet powerful solution: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." We all need help from time to time, and it is not always about money, but rather about humanity. Giving is receiving, and by brightening someone else's life, we illuminate our own.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!