As Long As it's Chilly, Spend Some Time Chilling

As I write this slice, temperatures outside are below zero and the Holidays are fast approaching.  It is amazing how time has flown and that 2016 is almost at its end.  The time of year to give thanks, share time with friends, family and loved ones has once again arrived!

2016 has brought great change and uncertainty to many.  The recent election has some hopeful and others dealing with despair.  Notwithstanding where you stand, change has no constituency and we certainly are going to deal with change in the coming years.

While we all deal with the hustle and bustle of the season and work diligently to get things done, perhaps we should all take a moment and enjoy moments that we seldom make time for to assist us with our mental health.

Recently, I did just that, with two of my favorite 2 1/2 year old friends.  After a great spaghetti dinner, we all decided to play “Pie Face” to ring in the holidays. I’ve included a link for you to witness a glimpse of the moment for your amusement.  

Needless to say, hearing the laughter of the children is difficult, as the adult laughter was loud enough to drown out the giggles of my young friends.  (Actually, one of my young friends was terrified of the thought that I had been molested by a plastic boom full of whipped cream...Until she witnessed me enjoying the taste!) 

This, by the way, is the point.  Make time to laugh and enjoy your holiday season.  Don’t let the real world ruin your ability to enjoy yourself, your friends, your loved ones and perhaps someone you don’t yet know who needs a friend. Take that moment to chill and enjoy the moment, and don’t take yourself too seriously!  

My warmest wishes for a wonderful Holiday season to all!