A Present for the Present

Christmas presents are a great reminder that life is a gift.

Commercialism can obscure the real meaning of the holidays, but when gifts are given for the right reasons, they can be powerful reminders that life is a gift, a gift to be shared. While the classic comment, "it is the thought that counts," may not always be seem accurate, big and expensive presents are really no substitute for gifts given from the heart. The size of the package and the quality of the wrapping are always second place to the relationship the gift represents. Presents are a part of the Christmas celebration, but Christmas is so much more that just presents. It is a time to share love, joy and peace. It is a time to share ourselves with others and build community with one another, and that makes it a wonderful way to change the world.