1. I am the Season of Goodwill. Thou shalt not have the gods of big business before me.
2. Thou shalt allow each person to celebrate (or not celebrate) in whatever manner they choose. Thou shalt avoid judgement and stay curious, open, and kind to others. Thou shalt not despair at the whimsy that is Christmas.
3. Remember to keep holy the Christmas tree and/or other representations of your tradition.
4. Honor thy family and friends with love and good cheer.
5. Thou shalt not feel obligated to participate in any part of the Season. Thou has the right to choose to stay home. However, thou shalt not whine either.
6. Thou shalt not commit gluttony (too many times anyway).
7. Thou shalt not not lose patience nor take the world too seriously.
8. Thou shalt find a moment here and there to notice the magic of the Season: the lights, the colors, the music, the fantasies of December.
9. Thou shalt pause and wonder at the winter solstice night sky. Thou shall appreciate the expanse of the universe and consider thy place in the cosmos.
10. Thou shalt breathe.
Sweet reminders .... thank you !
Thy shall always read Graciewilde to stay balanced and full of hope!
Thank you wonderful writer, artist, photographer !
Here is to the New Year! May we find our way no matter the journey.