Annie,
I was just talking to someone about how the holidays just aren't the same as they used to be and most likely will never be. I know that most radio stations such as WODS Oldies 103 right there in Boston have started playing Christmas songs maybe a couple of weeks ago. There are some songs such as John Lennon's "So this is Christmas" that just bring tears to my eyes. I think of all the years gone by, all the good people that are not of this earth anymore. I dig deep every year to find meaning to them. I try to spend time with children because I feel through their eyes I can really capture the Christmas spirit as it once was for me. Every year I say to myself I'm going to do something different "this year" but almost always end up doing the same things. I wish I could make myself more useful and could feel more wanted and needed.
Greg:
I remember one year when my kids were young, my husband had dressed up as Santa Claus and we went to a local nursing home. I got Wilson's Farm (you might remember this in Winchester) to donate a plant to each person. As a family we gave each person their plant and wished everyone a very Merry Christmas. It was very touching for all of us.
Anyway, I agree that young kids bring all the joy back. Are you interested in playing Santa?
There are so many people that need us. How can we get people to share their experiences in this group. I am not having much luck with the reawakening.
I hope you had a peaceful day yesterday. The music is too much for me, too. If I tune in I cry, if I tune out I feel like a Scrooge not participating in Christmas spirit.
The good news for me is I have two new grandbabies and one on the way and I am beginning to look ahead to some really good years again.
bostonannie
