I like to think that when we get to Heaven, we'll see the opposite sides of all the injustices that have taken place in the world (or at least the ones that affect us in our lives) so that we can forgive completely and live in Heaven with pure and loving hearts.
When I get angry or hurt with someone, and I feel that what they've done is purposeful, I have a hard time forgiving.... SOOOO, I wasn't planning on spending Christmas with my family this year.... but I did, and all went well.
It's the season of forgiveness, right!! A time when you're supposed to put things aside and remember the actual reason for the season. It's hard, I know... but it makes your life so much richer when you can find a way to do that.
I think I talked myself into just letting go of it all, and enjoying Christmas!! I forgave, even when I wasn't asked for forgiveness, or nobody cared if I forgave... I did, because otherwise, it would have ruined Christmas for my son and for me!!
I also forgave the neighbor who was giving me a hard time with the parking situation a few months back.... she got her way so it was easy for her to come bring a Christmas present to us, it was harder for me to accept it, and offer her some tamales I'd made... but I guess it's much easier to live in peace than in anger, huh?!?!
Hey, 'tis the season, right!!
I hope you all had a beautiful Christmas, and will enjoy a blessed New Year!! Be careful and stay safe!!
Joann
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Sounds like you had the true spirit of Christmas in your heart this year. I'm glad that you had a good one. As for heaven, I do believe that Our good Lord does see and hear it all and will take care of it too. Thankfully he is with us each step of the way. 'On Ya'-ma
ReplyDeleteHi Joann, I agree with you. I am glad you were able to enjoy your day! Love the music! God Bless!
ReplyDeleteIt's good that you can find it in your heart to do that. I didn't really "forgive" persay. Instead, I more or less tolerated for the Holiday. (((HUGS))) *M*
ReplyDeleteI'm glad Joann that you realized what you needed to do to make the holidays a pleasant one for you and your son and that you took the higher road so to speak, to make it also an enjoyable holiday for others! and my, I bet those tamales of yours was delicious!!!
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So glad that you were able to forgive (does not mean you need to forget though). It takes so much more energy to hold a grudge or not forgive. Glad you release the negative and can focus on the positive in the new year. Hugs :o)
ReplyDeleteJoann, I'm glad it turned out well.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with the family members of the victims of the shooting tragedy in Covina. Very sad and very scary.
Hugs, Beth
I think it is safe to say you have the true meaning of Christmas in your heart. This is such a heartwarming entry. Believe me, I know foriveness isn't always easy and it is something I really struggle with. Merry Christmas to you and a Happy Happy 2009.
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That is the real Christmas spirit. I wish I had more of that sometimes. I forget the true meaning. Have a wonderful New Year.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you enjoyed your Christmas to the fullest!!! :)
ReplyDeleteGood post Joann. An issue we all need to be reminded of. It was sad to read about the tragedy in your town...perhaps 8 people dead & the fire. Just awful. I'm glad to hear you had a good Christmas day. Linda in WA
ReplyDeletethat's the true meaning of Christmas! good for you!
ReplyDeleteForgiving can be SOOO hard! You are an inspiration! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLets hope we don't have to go to heaven to learn the meaning of forgiveness. It is hard sometimes..this is true! Probably the hardest thing I've had to do. Hugs - Julie
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