The Sunshiner December 2009
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When you think of the events and activities we celebrate this time of year, do visions of sugar plums dance in your head? Or how about a manger and the birth of a child who changed the face of mankind? Is your favorite egg nog or fruit cake? Or maybe your family celebrates by lighting candles and enjoying latkes? Whether you light your candles on a Kinara or Menorah the reason for the season has come to be very similar: maybe we all should use this holiday season to reflect on the miracles, small and large, that are around us every day.
each of them is a mini-miracle. Then when you go out and shop for the holidays, think about making sure that those lacking the blessings you enjoy have the miracle of a special holiday too. This season share your time, perhaps the most valuable commodity in our frenetic society. See what good you can do in a homeless shelter, churches, schools, toys for tots, prison, nursing homes, hospitals, Salvation Army, the list goes on and on.
I believe we human beings also create miracles. If together we try hard enough we The recession has pushed many people to will continue the American Miracle of prothe breaking point. Too many lack health viding the opportunity for a good, loving, care. Too many need jobs. Too many have lost their homes. Too many need food to eat healthy and peace-filled life for our cocitizens. and clothes to wear. Each of these lacks gives us human beings the opportunity to be May your holidays be filled with joy and God's partners in making miracles. miracles that come from your heart. As you get ready to celebrate the holidays this year, think of your blessings and realize Page 1
-Sunshiner Editor