[Newsletter] Here Comes Santa Claus!

AND THEN IT IS WINTER! Those words were the subject line of an email my Dad shared with me recently. It peaked my curiosity because ... well, it is that time of year. It was an email sent to him from a dear old friend of his. Dad's said he's read it a few times. Now he gets to read it again. ❤

 

And, now I'm sharing with you, Friend, because it's a really important message. Here it comes:

 

AND THEN IT IS WINTER ...

You know time has a way of moving quickly and catching you unaware of the passing years. It seems like yesterday that I was young, just married, and embarking on my new life with my mate. Yet in a way, it seems like eons ago, and I wonder where all those years went.


I know that I lived them all. I have glimpses of how it was back then and of all my hopes and dreams. But, here it is... the winter of my life, and it catches me by surprise... How did I get here so fast? Where did the years go and where did my youth go?

 

I remember well seeing older people through the years and thinking that those "older people" were years away from me and that winter was so far off that I could not fathom it or imagine fully what it would be like.


But, here it is...my friends are retired and getting grey... they move slower and I see an older person in myself now. Some are in better and some worse shape than me... but, I see the great change...Not like the ones that I remember who were young and vibrant...but, like me, their age is beginning to show and we are now those older folks that we used to see and never thought we'd be.


Each day now, I find that just getting a shower is a real target for the day! And taking a nap is not a treat anymore...it's mandatory! Cause if I don't on my own free will... I just fall asleep where I sit!


And so... now I enter this new season of my life unprepared for all the aches and pains and the loss of strength, and ability to go and do things that I wish I had done but never did!! But, at least I know, that though the winter has come, and I'm not sure how long it will last... this I know, that when it's over on this earth... it's over. A new adventure will begin!


Yes, I have regrets. There are things I wish I hadn't done... things I should have done, but indeed, there are also many things I'm happy to have done. It's all in a lifetime.


So, if you're not in your winter yet... let me remind you, that it will be here faster than you think. So, whatever you would like to accomplish in your life, please do it quickly! Don't put things off too long!! Life goes by quickly. So, do what you can TODAY, as you can never be sure whether this is your winter or not!


You have no promise that you will see all the seasons of your life... so, LIVE FOR TODAY and say all the things that you want your loved ones to remember...and hope that they appreciate and love you for all the things that you have done for them in all the years past!!


"Life" is a GIFT to you. The way you live your life is your gift to those who come after. Make it a fantastic one.

REMEMBER: 
"It is Health that is real Wealth and not pieces of gold and silver."

 

  • Your kids are becoming you......but your grandchildren are perfect!
  • Going out is good.. coming home is even better!
  • You forget names... but it's OK, because other people forgot they even knew you!!!
  • You realize you're never going to be really good at anything.... especially golf.
  • The things you used to care to do, you no longer care to do, but you really do care that you don't care to do them anymore.
  • You sleep better on a lounge chair with the TV blaring than in bed. It's called "pre-sleep."
  • You miss the days when everything worked with just an "ON" and "OFF" switch.
  • You tend to use more 4 letter words ... "what?"..."when?"...???
  • Now that you can afford expensive jewelry, it's not safe to wear it anywhere.
  • You notice everything they sell in stores is "sleeveless?!"
  • What used to be freckles are now liver spots.
  • Everybody whispers.
  • You have 3 sizes of clothes in your closet.... 2 of which you will never wear.

 

But "Old" is good in some things like:

Old Songs, Old movies ... and best of all, our dear ...OLD FRIENDS!!

* * *

I really took this to heart. Since I, too, believe "life is a gift", I've embraced mine and created my first edition e-book/flip book, entitled Defining Moments.

 

The last month of the year is here! I hope you enjoy it safely and happily while awaiting the magic of Christmas and the inevitable arrival of Santa Claus. In the meantime, here comes the final 2021 edition of: 

There are four stages of life! 

 

1. 🎄 You believe in Santa Claus.

2. 🚫 You do not believe in Santa Claus.

3. 🎁 You are Santa Claus.

4. 🎅 You look like Santa Claus.

 

Source: The plaque I proudly hang up every Christmas (it's one of many Christmas decorations I own!)

"And the Grinch, with his Grinch-feet ice cold in the snow, stood puzzling and puzzling, how could it be so?

 

It came without ribbons. It came without tags.

It came without packages, boxes or bags.

 

And he puzzled and puzzled 'till his puzzler was sore.

Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn't before.

 

What if Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store.

What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more."

 

~Dr. Seuss - How the Grinch Stole Christmas

What Is Christmas?

It is tenderness for the past,

Courage for the present,

and

Hope for the future.

~Agnes M. Pahro~

❓❓ Did you know ❓❓      

 

There are several memorable and so good quotes that have come from some of the best Christmas movie classics.

 

Some of my faves include:

 

  • "Remember, George: no man is a failure who has friends." - Clarence
  • "I never thought it was such a bad little tree. It's not bad at all, really. Maybe it just needs a little love." - Linus Van Pelt
  • "Just because I cannot see it, doesn't mean I can't believe it!" - Jack Skellington
  • "This is extremely important. Will you please tell Santa that instead of presents this year, I just want my family back. No toys. Nothing but Peter, Kate, Buzz, Megan, Linnie, and Jeff. And my aunt and my cousins. And if he has time, my Uncle Frank. Okay?" - Kevin McCallister

 

Do you know which classic films these ones are from? Here's a list of must-watch classics for every year and at any time of the year!

 

Santa Paws

 

Merry Christmas to all!

May it be furry & bright!

 

Yes, I alternate between my

"Nice" & "Naughty"

Christmas bandanas!

 

 

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~ Family Matters ~

 

I love this time of year

and everything it stands for.

 

It's not what is under the tree that matters, it's who is around it.

 

My best gift? My family!

 

 

Deerdra Declares

An important lesson

 

He always knew he was a little different, but he let his light shine regardless of what others said.

 

We should all be more like Rudolph.

 

"Santa Claus is anyone who loves another and seeks to make them happy; who gives himself by thought or word or deed in every gift that he bestows."

Source: Edwin Osgood Grover

 

Doing Good at leaders2inspire

 

As our partner and Projects4Purpose Retreat co-host, Rich Diviney says:

 

"Sometimes the key to optimal performance is taking a step back, reflecting, and returning with a new perspective."

 

I have been enjoying conversations with people who are keen in learning more about what we're planning in 2022.  It's encouraging that people see this opportunity for investment in themselves to connect in a life-changing learning and cultural experience, while developing skills and knowledge needed for optimal and high performance ... all the while being inspired with purpose. And, who doesn't need/want some time in the sun and sand.

 

Mexico!

😎🌮🍺🌵🌴

 

One woman I spoke with is looking to recognize her team of ten and looks at our Projects4Purpose Retreat as an award-type trip! WOW! Brilliant!

 

Do you know someone looking to take some time away to come back better equipped? Do YOU need/want some time away?

 

We have an exciting social share contest launching soon so be sure to follow leaders2inspire so you can participate.

 

You could WIN a free trip to the Projects4Purpose Retreat!!!

 

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Feeling Good at leaders2give

 

I'm beyond excited to be headed to Los Barriles, Mexico this month, with my dear friend Beth. We leave in 5 sleeps to be exact!

 

It's always an adventure travelling with Beth, and since this is my first international trip since COVID, I'm sure it will be a whole new level of fun!

 

We're going to attend our 1st annual leaders2give Board Retreat. The entire Board of Directors (8 of us) are meeting face-to-face for a 2-day retreat, so of course it only made sense to tack on a few days before and after to dip toes in the warm sand while enjoying the best Margaritas ... and visiting a little quaint wine bar. 😉

 

Our agenda will focus on our mission, vision, and values. I'm particularly looking forward to meeting all my fellow Board members in person. We've done so much together as a team through Zoom over the past year and a half ... I can't wait to see what we can do together in person.

 

And yup, a highlight of the leaders2give Board Retreat of course rests on top of a hill in the precious town of El Cardonal. There on that hill, there is a amazing piece of donated land ready to break ground as the future site of a new children's home.

 

That's why there is a BIG part of our Board Retreat agenda allocated to fundraising goals & tactics - to make it possible!

 
Read more about leaders2give's El Cardonal new children's home here >>

Four good reasons to leave you with a smile

All courtesy of Google

 🎅 Wishing you a good holiday! 🎅; and,

Never stop being a good person.

FAWNdly & inDEBted ...

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