Hope at Christmas

This was a post I wrote just before Christmas and of course I didn't post it in the rush of everything. Here it is for your enjoyment.

It's Christmas in just a few days. December has rushed by and I'm not sure where it went. The gifts are wrapped up and ready for Santa to deliver. The treats have all been cooked (and eaten, yum!)and the halls have all been decked for the holiday.

The bulbs are on the tree.

The nativity is displayed.

The house looks like Sugar Plum Fairies have done their magic. (And the best part is it only took $5 and a trip to the DI!)

And a small decoration has a place of honor.
Yes, I know it's a toy tree. It was given to me two Season's ago from a special "Santa." They knew I needed cheering up and this tree, complete with a Polly Pocket, found it's way to my home. Who would have thought that this tree could bring such hope to me. Every year I put up this tree and hope that I can find someone to help in the way that the "santa" and other friends helped me.

Over the years, I find that I fall into ruts and lose faith that people are good and loving with positive intentions. I forget to trust in people and then I pull out a small plastic tree and it helps me to remember that there is love and hope.

On this Christmas holiday, I'm so thankful to be spending time with our families and friends. But more so for loving and caring people who weren't afraid to reach out when I needed it most. I hope to live up to their example.

Happy Holidays to all of you!