The presents are stacked high, the refrigerator is full of good food, and we await the arrival of family and friends...

But I can't help but think that pain and suffering doesn't pay attention to dates on a calendar - there are those whose lives are not rich with blessings, who will know no relief from their struggle, who are faced with insurmountable odds...and many who have no home, no food, no family, or friends.

So I spend these moments in the early morning hours of the beginning of the Christmas holiday giving thanks for all that I have been blessed with. And I will take time today to send thoughts of peace, love and positive energy into the Universe...directed at those whose lives have not been so blessed.

Lynne McTaggert, author of The Field and The Intention Experiment (www.livingthefield.com), has conducted experiments documenting the transformative power of our thoughts, particularly when large numbers of people participate...and they have discovered that what we think can and does have an impact on the world around us. So I ask you to join me - to think peaceful, loving thoughts and focus on all of the positive goodness in your life. There is no greater gift you can give yourself, or share with the world.

Merry Christmas!!! ~Andrea :-)