My warmest wishes for this holiday season to everyone who happens to stop by. Take a minute to watch this heartwarming video below and I will see you back here on the blog in 2016!

Thank you so very much to all who generously supported our Books that Celebrate Paris fundraiser. After this week, I’ll be sending a cheque off to the French Red Cross that is made possible by each of you. Our hope for world peace never dims.

As we know, there are people who are alone at this time of year and in need in many different ways. Let’s help wherever possible. There are families, such as our own, who have lost someone whose absence is keenly felt every single day. The spirit of that loved one will be with us always. I found these words by an unknown author helpful. I hope you do as well.

“Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near ~ still loved, still missed and very dear.”

Whether you are alone or celebrating with family and friends, I trust the spirit of this special time of year brings you peace and joy, in moments or in great abundance.  May  the New Year bring the best of health and happiness to you and yours. Onward!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qehqv13PJwI