Christmas Blues

This is my favorite time of year, but for some reason I seem to have the Christmas blues. I ended Novemeber in a thankful state of mind with family and friends and preparing for the Christmas season with a little decorating and shopping on Black Friday. Here it is Dec. 1 and I just can't seem to get in the mood to finish the decorating and shopping. My heart's desire it to keep it simple, less hectic, focused on Jesus and giving to others. I pray that I will allow the Holy Spirit to accomplish this. I anticipate with great joy times of fun and fellowship with family and friends. I hold on to memories from past holidays with family who have gone on to be with the Lord, especially my grandmothers. It's been four years since the death of my maternal grandmother Aka "Bootsie" and nearly two years since the passing of my dad's mother, best known as "MaMa". Once I turned 18 they seemed more like best friends than grandmothers. They both were always there to listen, love and encourage me. I thank God for blessing me with a loving relationship with both of my grandmothers. In conclusion I admit my heart is still tender from the loss of my sweet and precious grandmothers. Dear God fill this void with your joy, love and peace-that surpasses all understanding!!! I thank you for family and friends to share this time of year with!!! Make yourself so ever REAL to me this Christmas season!!!