Irony

The snow slowly drifts down in a rain of peace. As Sarge and I left the house for a short jaunt, the feel of quiet stillness enveloped us. Small white flakes landed upon us as though smiling at its beauty being enjoyed. Breath of warmth from the inside, and noses of red on the outside, we swiftly made our rounds of the neighborhood.
This is the time of year that can bring such business, and all the while creates a tender joy that is unique to the season. I know for certain it is a busy time at the hospital, and especially the surgical unit where many are trying to get in their surgeries before the new year and for insurance purposes. With days like this where the snow is joining the human on ground, we can find refreshment in smiles.
When I woke this morning, I stood looking out the kitchen window at the silence of a lightly blanketed ground. In the distance an ambulance was heard, and the reality of life, and the fragility therein, brought back to present.
During this season a certain irony is felt and seen. The holidays are being enjoyed as the craziness of shoppers are lining the malls. Snow may fall, and families join together and laugh around a warmly lit fire, while others feel alone, as though a snowflake falling into the silence the forest. Warm tea enjoyed, Christmas lights sparkling, carols being sung, and the hurt of family situations perhaps revisited again.
However, when reflection comes we find that there is so much to be thankful for. Perhaps that is why we should really take hold of the holiday where we are to give thanks. While situations may or may not find us in ideal situations, we need to hold onto what is good and right, and with the continuing of celebration of the following holiday, it is important to hold on to that because it can easily be forgotten.
In my walk through this short life, this season is one of great importance, for it is during this time that my family and I sit down to remember the One that is Good and Right, the One that came to earth two thousand years ago, and brought hope to the lost and dying world.
I know that today I really am thankful...thankful for what is good and right in the midst of what isn't.