The Holidays sure are different here...

Yes it is holiday time, but it does not completely feel whole. Thankfully this past week I have seen more and more decorations, been to a couple of Christmas parties, and have heard a few Christmas songs. So im slowly getting into the spirit a little more. But it is hard with out the family. Im really missing them, I will admit I did not think I would miss them that much (sorry no offense fam) but like the old saying goes "You dont really know what you got, till it's gone." Let me tell you I have done a lot of thinking about this and that is so true. Because my head always seems to be in the future, sometimes I miss whats right infront of me. Being here where life is not always that easy and 'Not eveyone knows me name..." it makes me yearn for the warm love that is always welcome at home. I am so thankful to know that I have had that, and that I still have that. So for the first time in my life Im not just looking forward, I am also looking back. But I pray I dont miss this oppurtunity, the one that is here right now. Because this one is huge, I dont want to miss this. Christmas is different here, but I want to soak it in and experiance it truly.

Happy Holidays friends!
Gezuar Krishtlindjet!

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Comments

karye said…
my frond! I'll be praying for some good ole' holiday spirit your way. ;) A new thing I'm experiencing that the good ole' country life never had, were carolers. Now they're something else. lol. Love you frond and missing you sooo much
December 17, 2008 at 11:22 PM
Holly Face said…
You are so much like me! I never missed home, ever, until I was totally away from everything I had ever known. You are so blessed dear friend, because I know that God is using you even when you can't see the good that is happening, God's work is subtle and sweet, like the coming of the seasons. I wish you a very merry Christmas!
December 18, 2008 at 5:28 PM
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