Wrapping presents today brought on a flood of tears for me. I was almost done wrapping when it occurred to me that I did not write Artie’s name on one tag. A major part of me wishes we could just go on about our day a not do the holiday at all. Just to curl up, watch movies and pretend it is just another day. But, it would still be another day without him wouldn’t it?Then to hear of the devastation in Mississippi, Arkansas and Tennessee it saddens me. I feel for the families and the communities that will be facing a tough time ahead. I can only send a silent prayer to them and hope they find some Peace. 

I love this photo because it says everything to me about how life should be in general not just the holidays. It is the simplest things that can bring a smile to your face.