Christmas

Once again, Christmas has come and gone... Perhaps too quickly? Christmas this year I found to be very special... I felt fortunate, as I do every year; however this year felt some what different, perhaps because of my age, or rather the decreased excitement, the way eyes would widen at the sight of twinkling lights on a green tree, and little snowflakes coating decorations? I am not disputing my admiration for Christmas - in fact it's my favourite season due to all the wonderful, decorative festivities, instead I felt different about it, in a more appreciative and understanding way. This year I felt more grateful (not that I didn't any other year) and appreciative as I said, as for once, I understood the difficulty of money and how others may not be as fortunate as I, whereas before I felt grateful but in a less sentimental way, as when I was younger I wasn't aware of other issues surrounding Christmas. Not just in this way, but as my previous blog stated earlier this year I believe (not sure whether I posted a blog), my Granddad was severely ill in hospital due to an industrial incident in work, and due to the seriousness of his injuries he was unlikely to pull through, however being the brave, powerful man we all know him to be, he did. That is why this year, Christmas was very special. Every time I saw his face light up whilst we received our presents, I couldn't help but smile at his handsome face, he has never looked so vibrant. My Granddad being here was the best Christmas present of all; we as such a loving close family, couldn't bare to lose him, thus this is why I believe, he pulled through for us, to see us all grow up into successful individuals, and of course to look after my wonderful Nan. My Christmas was memorable, and it made 2011 seem a lot brighter, as this year for me hasn't been my best, especially due to my Granddad's accident... Most people I have spoken to seem to have the same attitude towards this year. Everyone, this leaves me now to say, have a wonderful New Year, may 2012 for you be prosperous and enlightening.