Better yet?

It has come to my attention that many of you are suffering from "seasonal depression". It’s that time every year where not even the promise of hot cocoa and the sound of Christmas music can warm your spirit.  People get sleepy, crabby, and frankly a bit boring.  I blame the heavy grey clouds that loom overhead, the chill of the wind that makes your bones ache, the wet damp feel of everything around you.

So I thought I'd help you all out a bit.

At this very moment, I am quietly rocking away in a beautiful dark wooden chair located in the gazebo at the Nehemiah Center. Surrounding me are green things of all sorts--plants, grass, hanging baskets, trees, and the green coffee mug on the table by my feet. Big fluffy clouds with a hint of grey are moving in, promising a brief shower of rain later this afternoon.  It's lunchtime here and so I am practically here by myself, the only sounds I hear are the birds cooing and singing in the nearby trees, the leaves rustling in the wind, the school bells of the campus next door, and some distant pop music playing in the background. The air here is warm, not hot, with the sun shining down, kissing the earth here and there with its golden light. The shade brings me some relief from the 85 degree weather, but the slight breeze feels even more delightful as it gently caresses my skin and flutters through my hair.

It is peaceful here, like taking a deep breath or snuggling under a warm blanket.

And I can't help but feel happy as I sit here, describing all of this to you.

Now, I’m not writing all of this to make you jealous!  Instead, I hope my words bring you to a place where happiness can fill your heart today. I hope the greyness and dreariness of approaching winter doesn't drag down to its gloomy depths. I hope that you find that cup of hot cocoa and listen to Christmas music and snuggle with a loved one under a big, heavy blanket.

Mmmm, yes, that sounds delightful doesn't it?