“The winter solstice time is no longer celebrated as it once was, with the understanding that this is a period of descent and rest, of going within our homes, within ourselves and taking in all that we have been through, all that has passed in this full year which is coming to a close… like nature and the animal kingdom around us, this time of hibernation is so necessary for our tired limbs, our burdened minds.
Our modern culture teaches avoidance at a max at this time; alcohol, lights, shopping, overworking, over spending, comfort food and consumerism. And yet the natural tug to go inwards as nearly all creatures are doing is strong and the weather so bitter that people are left feeling that winter is hard, because for those of us without burning fires and big festive families, it can be lonely and isolating.
Whereas in actual fact winter is kind, she points us in her quiet soft way towards our inner self, towards this annual time of peace and reflection, embracing the darkness and forgiving, accepting and loving embracing goodbye the past year.
“Winter takes away the distractions, the buzz, and presents us with the perfect time to rest and withdraw into a womb like love, bringing fire & light to our hearth”.
.. and then, just around the corner the new year will begin again, and like a seed planted deep in the earth, we will all rise with renewed energy once again to dance in the sunlight.
Christmas…by MwsR It is certainly not about who is good or naughty Now don’t misunderstand me and go-getting haughty. I think of Christmas as a market made for money I know some of you are thinking that’s not very funny. But it is true. I know you see you, you do. It should be a celebration about Christ’s birth The whole frankincense and myrrh. But sadly I see people so obsessed with gift-giving Instead they’re putting emphasis on all the receiving. Now don’t get me wrong I am not saying to be a scrooge Just have a heart that gives love and love will ensue. Think about widows and homeless people Think about those you encounter that come worship under the same steeple. There are people fighting just to have a reason to see the magic in this Christmas season. They may never know till you take the time to show It’s not something you can find wrapped up with a bow. It is what Christmas should represent It was that hope that God had sent. His son, the newborn king The one who gives us everything. The reason for this Holiday. The time to get on your knees and pray, And thank him the Lord of all of us I hope you all have a Merry Christmas!
Mws R Writings 