Bright lights.
Shiny tinsel.
Bells tinkle.
Stars twinkle.
Hustling and bustling.
You seek the perfect gift.
What a lovely season.
It is Christmas again.
Crackling fire.
Roasted chestnuts.
Tantalizing butter biscuits.
So many goodies that make your mouth water.
Yet, there are so many lonely souls.
They drift by in mutual silence.
They don’t want to spoil the ambiance.
They don’t want to disrupt the artificial joyfulness.
They smile to make believe that they are part of the happy populace.
Others cannot hide.
They are invisible in plain sight.
They struggle to keep their broken frame warm and dignified.
A few generous souls work tirelessly.
They try to bring a bit of comfort to these forgotten souls.
They offer a hot drink and warm clothing.
The donations they receive from kindred spirits enable them to reach out to the needy.
I do wonder what I am doing during this festive season.
Will I allow the bright lights and shiny tinsel to blind me?
Or, will I let the true spirit of Christmas illuminate my heart?
The essence of this season isn’t only receiving, but most of all, giving.
Will I give warmth and good cheer to those around me?
Will I open my heart and hand to the needy souls I tend to overlook?
Will I allow me to see and esteem invisible lonely souls around me?
Will I also take time to be kind to me too?