THE CANADIAN WINTER SOLSTICE

The Winter Solstice is always an exciting day. The shortest day of the year means tomorrow the sun starts coming back to us. Winter has officially arrived! Although it has felt like winter for the last month with the hats, boots, mitts and winter coats. 

Snow on trees is pretty! Walking and playing in it- fun! 

                                                           Making snow angels!

                                                                       Driving not so much. 

Some theories say Christmas is celebrated this time of year to bring some light to the darkness! Since Jesus was born in a warmer climate it is a mute point! Some of our Christmas traditions go back to earlier times and the symbols surrounding the Winter Solstice. It just sounds cool and so important. 

For our family it has had a dark side for several years. December 21, 2001 we lost a dear friend-Larry! So in celebrating the new season we remember him and the joy he brought to our lives. A dark day nevertheless in many ways!

Embracing winter helps us get through it. There are many people who may experience seasonal depression due to the low light, so remember to reach out to them. The most wonderful thing about this time of year is Christmas and all the hoopla that goes with it. So no matter how dark, turn on those Christmas lights or light some candles or the fireplace. Bring your own light to the darkness.

                               Oh Winter Solstice-we could write a song about you!