JOY of living is the meaning of this French phrase.
Yes! Life is the continuing light pulsing through our veins. Our lifestyle is the unforgettable imprint on the hill of our unique journey on earth. Speeding like a roller- coaster ride, we soar high with the winds of excellence and possibilities. In contrast, we inevitably plunge into the roaring sea of chaos when frailties and anxieties flood our shorelines.
What matters most is that in every changing scenario, you and I have a CHOICE.
Every moment I thank our Lord for the gift of free will.
Christmas High Five
Zooming in on another topic, I feel high because Christmas is creeping in with each chilly morning and carol filling our radio waves.
Today in our 21st century, we are inundated with images of Christmas from the swirling media news and commercial ads of the malls. We are told that it is all about buying expensive gifts for each other. I
Yet the glowing truth is Christmas is about a sharing spirit that is beyond all riches and treasures. It is about gifts that come from the heart. Centering on the joyous birth of Baby Yesu who is the greatest Savior of all times.
Shining like the golden star of Bethlehem, it has sparkled through thousands of years. Empowering tradition that celebrate family oneness, happiness and togetherness.
In this vein, may I share this Christmas poem by Sophiam.
Hallelujah Baby Yesu
Alone as an orphan
So sad, where is my mother/father?
Yet in the orphanage, the Benedictine sisters taught me.
Took care of me.
Sister Agnes told me
“Baby Yesu loves you.
Hold his tiny hand, open your heart of love.
Sleep dear child.
Tomorrow, the sun will sparkle,.coz' it is December 25.
Baby Jesus will sing with you,
Baby Jesus will smile at you, pure and innocent.
Grow with love, glow with light, we are your family,
Hallelujah, Christmas is the best gift you will ever receive.'
As a concluding message, let me appreciate all our poets who bring joy to our hearts, minds and spirits. Transporting us the highest peak of happiness, especially during Christmas time, they shower us with the sound, sight and scene of goodness.
May you spend your time aglow with 'joie de vivre.'