Wednesday, December 25, 2013

Well, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Happy Hanukkah and Seasons' Greetings. I don't know what is politically correct but I like to greet someone with a phrase I believe relates to them-not what I believe it. Maybe because I grew up in a JudiacChristian household. I had the blessing of celebrating both holidays; lighting Hanukkah candles one day and putting tinsel on an evergreen the next. What fun that was. The best part was that I did not have to go to Temple or Church and recite the beliefs of each., That would have been too much. So, instead growing up was simple about being with families, being sensitive to each side's cultural roots and enjoying the presents.

I personally believe in a sense of spirituality rather than a religion. But I respect whatever makes you believe and hope that we all can be part of a peaceful and good-will-toward-others world.
Today however is Christmas Day. I am too old to believe in Santa although I love the innocence of youth in their belief of this happy man. It is a day I look forward to being with my immediate family and my siblings and parents.It is a day to get past all the stupid stuff we have been holding onto and just appreciate the miracle of life and our bonds to each other, both familial and with the rest of the world.
And a special thanks to the men and women who work our airports and facilities today making our air travel safer.
Happy One to however you celebrate today. I hope Santa is good to you. Oops. I guess I do believe just a little!