Dearest friends,

It is time to reflect on this past year.

Over the year, we have all experienced laughter and joy; endured pain and sorrow; and sometimes fear and anger. I have come to learn that relationships are the greatest predictors of happiness. The healthy ones tend to support our joy and appreciation. One of the most rewarding things, each of us can do is the acknowledgment of others and their fears; to promote their happiness and sense of worth by our love, concern, laughter and tears.

I have been blessed and have much to be thankful for by having each of you touch my life. This Christmas, may you all walk in faith without fear.