12/11/2025
✨ A Gentle Christmas Reminder ✨
The Christmas season brings joy, celebration, and togetherness for many… but for others, this time of year can feel heavy. Some are missing loved ones. Some are navigating financial stress. Some are battling seasonal depression. And many feel the pressure of expectations from family, friends, and traditions.
If that’s you—or someone you love—please hear this: it’s okay to set boundaries. It’s okay to slow down. It’s okay to choose peace over pressure.
Sometimes the most meaningful moments are the simplest ones:
🎬 A quiet day at home with a movie and popcorn
🏡 Time with your immediate family, without rushing
📖 Reading the story of Christ’s birth to refocus on the true reason for this season
☀️ Opening the windows to let in the sunshine on these shorter days
This season doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful. Give yourself permission to breathe, rest, and remember what truly matters.
May God’s peace meet you right where you are today. 💛