I Am Blissfully Domestic – Love is the Reason for the Season!

Love is the Reason for the Season

Shop. Bake. Clean. Decorate. Shop. Bake. Clean. Decorate. For some of us, it’s an unending cycle. We get so busy prepping the house, hiding the gifts and “doing” the season that we all too often forget what the season is really about: sharing the gift of love.

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanzaa or anything in between (or uniquely different), the tenet of these traditions is based in love and the ability to share its many facets, gifts and manifestations with others.

So, when you’re out and about doing all that you must to ring in the season, don’t forget to share a bit of the magic with those around you. Need some ideas? I’m so glad you asked:

• Share a Hug, Make ‘Em Smile ~ nothing says “I care” like giving hugs. I once listened to a friend as she vented about the recent hurts in her life. I hugged her and told her I was sorry. She was so surprised and moved by the gesture that she started laughing. People can’t help but smile when you give them a hug.

• Mail a Heart ~ sending cards is one of the easiest things we can do to let our friends and family know they’re thought of. Want to add a special touch? Personalize your cards. Use rubber stamps, decorations or cloth—the point is to make the project yours AND to put your personal pizzaz on it.

• Eat, Drink and Be Merry ~ this is one of my favorite commandments. Okay, it’s not actually a commandment but you get the idea. What better way to boost camaraderie and strengthen relationships than spending time getting to know each other? You’ll be surprised at what you find out or just how little you really know.

• When in Doubt, Let Love Out ~ I love to buy gifts and surprise people who least expect it. Recently, I received a generous gift card to an upscale spa and thought I think she’d REALLY love this. And she did. Have you got a necklace, gift card or some other thing that just might make someone’s day? Then let your love out and give it away—your heart and your friend will thank you for it. Psst. It works great on strangers too!