Christmas Eve
December 25, 2007
Ah, Christmas–a most joyful time for some, a most depressing time for others. Have you ever taken a walk in the city streets by yourself at 5pm on Christmas Eve? The streets are dark and cold, the stores are closed, all lights are off in some office buildings… Once in a while, you’ll encounter a solitary soul roaming the streets, just like you, aimlessly–or so it would seem. There are people who are far from home, and others who have no home.
How often do fortunate souls think about that as they get their homes and tables ready for a family feast? How many devote a thought or a prayer to those who have nothing to celebrate, no one to celebrate with, no warmth to go to on such a night? or any other night? Are you so busy running around frantically, getting preparations ready, that you forget about those in need? How much money do you spend on unwanted, soon-to-be-recycled/exchanged presents?
What is Christmas truly about?
