Christmas can be such a wonderful occasion of sharing and caring. Of excitement and expectation. For me it’s also a time of reflection and prayer. Of gratitude and thanks for the family and friends that make my life so special. And it’s a time for wishes.
I understand those who dread the festivities. This bright and shimmering period which serves only to reinforce a sense of loss, disappointment and weariness. Tough going at the best of times, but even harder if you’re trying to put on a brave face so that those around you won’t sense how desperate you are. How hard it all is. How lonely you feel.
Somehow when everyone else is celebrating around you, it can make your pain feel a million times worse. And your sense of isolation almost unbearable. My wish for you would be that you be filled with the reassurance that if you just stay strong there are brighter times ahead.
For anyone who feels hopeless I wish you hope. For those in physical pain, I wish you healing. For the lonely I wish you friendship and compassion. If you’re trapped in the past I wish you freedom to enjoy the day and move on to the future. If you’re fearful I wish you courage and self-belief. If you’re struggling with grief, anger or bitterness, I wish you peace and forgiveness.
For anyone who is on the journey to becoming themselves I wish you inspiration to live the life you dream of. For those who are happy and contented with life, I wish you continued joy and prosperity of mind, body and soul.
For everyone who has been kind enough to support The Hurt Healer blog in so many ways, I thank you sincerely for sharing my journey. I wish you all a safe and loving Christmas and look forward spending time with you in 2013.
“May all your hopes, dreams and wishes become reality.” ~The Hurt Healer
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As always, Carolyn, you find the perfect words to transmit the message in your heart. I know we ALL look forward to the pearls you will bring us in 2013. Most of all, we want to send you all OUR best wishes for an absolutely stellar year!
Sharon you have been such a great support from the start and I truly appreciated your encouragement and friendship. Wishing you much success n 2013 🙂
This is beautiful, Carolyn. And thank YOU for all of the wonderful posts you’ve shared with us this year. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and wish you all the best for 2013!!
And wishing you the same Lisa. Thank you so much for all your support and encouragement this year 🙂
What a Beautiful Post! Thank You
I stopped by to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year
I also have an award here for you
Eunice
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That’s fabulous Eunice. Thank you!
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Thank you for this lovely way of seeing those who suffer, Carolyn.
Thank you Michael for your encouraging comments.
Carolyn, I love your writing and these lovely sentiments are so appreciated. I wish you all the best and more, my dear, you are such a blessing!
Thank you Sherie for all your kindness and support.xo
What a beautifully written message Carolyn. Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year.
And wishing the same to you too Lyn. Thank you for commenting 🙂
Such beautiful sentiments, Carolyn. I wish all of these things for you as well. I’m forwarding this article as I’m many people in my online community could benefit from hearing your wisdom.
I really appreciate your support Ruth. Thank you:)
Thank you for this and all your real and encouraging messages. Wishing you a peaceful Christmas season and a renewing of hope for the future.
Thank you for your kind comments. I wish the same to you 🙂
Beautifully written Carolyn. You understand the situation that so many are in and we do feel such gratitude when we are in a better place. Best wishes for a wonderful holiday. Your blog has been such a blessing and I always look forward to reading your posts. It will be great continuing on in 2013. I wish you peace, joy and serenity!! Hugs.
Thank you Cathy for all your support and encouragement and for your lovely wishes. Hugs xo
I am a fairly new member to this site and clicked and saw your message. My father died in July this year and I find myself feeling displaced and without parents – it is a strange and new landscape. I miss him; it is good to remember that I am not the only one missing someone. I am also grateful to have someone to ‘miss’. Thank you for the space. Best to you too. Angie.
My dear Angie, you are not the only one missing someone. You clearly loved your father very much and the more the love the greater the sense of loss. So glad you found some space here and you are always welcome. Be kind to yourself.
I liked the wishes you sent to the people who aren’t as happy with their circumstances during these holidays — I think it would be so liberating if people just felt free during the holidays to tell their loved ones how they were actually feeling, as opposed to holding up a facade of normalcy.
It would be liberating Chris! If people could celebrate what they wanted to celebrate instead of how they felt they ought to. It would bring Christmas back to where it should be – in our hearts and souls.
This is so beautiful Carolyn. May your days be filled with all the love, happiness and joy your heart can hold. Merry Christmas!
Thank you Helena. Lovely to see you here 🙂
thank you Carolyn for another inspiring heartfelt blog. May I wish you peace, joy and happiness at Christmas and for 2013 onwards …
Thank you Barbara 🙂
A lovely message, Carolyn, and something that people tend to turn a blind eye to. Courageous & well written. Best wishes to you &your family this festive season 😦
Best wishes to you too Val! And thank you for your supportive comments 🙂
Thank you Carolyn for your beautiful and thoughtful post. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and New Year with your family and friends. Thank you for all you do and the ‘light’ that you share with this world….
Thank you Jane. Wishing you a wonderful Christmas too 🙂
what a beautiful wish and reminder to reach out for and to others! Loved it so much I shared it on my facebook. Merry Christmas!
Thank you so much 🙂