Well, it is that time of year again. The time to remember "Festivus", the holiday invented by George Constanza's father, Frank, after the debacle with the doll. (Watch old episodes of "Seinfeld" if you don't get the reference.) Erect your favourite aluminum pole (tinsel is distracting, according to Frank Constanza) and engage in the time honoured traditions of "Festivus", some of which I described in the title.
Whatever holiday you celebrate, let me take this chance to wish all of you a very merry time. The question of the day has told me that most people treasure the time they spend with family and friends, the music, the old movies, the food and the cheerful atmosphere in the air more than the presents. If you know me, you know that I can't let a special time go by without thinking about how lucky we are to be here in Canada where we celebrate peace, order and good government, where we have access to a doctor when we need it, where we welcome frightened and desperate people from across the world, and don't turn them away. Let us resolve to recommit ourselves to the idea of sharing our good fortune with those who are less fortunate than we are. Let us realize that the water and air and land are more important than monetary gain. Let us look at other animals and see there our brothers and sisters and not "the other". Let us smile at our neighbour and wish him good cheer, even if he gets on our nerves a little.
Well, after that little sermon, I will wend my way off to Cuba with my sons for a week of rest and relaxation. This has been a very difficult year for us and we hope a change of scenery and time away will help us heal our hearts and take on 2016 with a good will.
I wish you all the happiest of holidays! Take a moment to sit quietly and be grateful. Gratitude is good for your health!
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