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Happy December 24th, Mary. I was just feeling lost for a minute and very much alone. Then there you and others were here with a new page saying Merry Christmas and such. There are so many ways to be here with great feeling to go with our observations and thoughts. It has added much to my work and ability to focus. I hope for a new and honest time in our world, with a healthy and caring form of work with enough love to find the ability to give our time and input especially to learn.

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So happy you're here, Maureen.

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I read this every morning to remind myself that someone is happy I’m here. Then I get out of bed.

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And a Merry, Merry to you, Mary!!

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Merry Christmas!

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🎶Sing us a carol, Carole!! 🎶

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Mary: Thank you for the gift you’ve given us: thoughtfulness. Enjoy the season and definitely, here’s to better things ahead!🌲🎁

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Thank you for that, Tom. And, yes--here's hoping.

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So, so grateful that you've opened your heart and thoughts and time to us. It looks like we all needed a safe place to land, and that is what you've given us. Merry Christmas, Mary—and to all who've joined us here.

🌿🌷🌿🌷🌿🌷🌿

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Thank you so much, Marian. Merry Christmas.

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Thank you, Mary. I ditto the other comments. I hope you will be able to enjoy a peaceful and restful holiday, and above all stay healthy -- we need your voice.

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Thank you, Jeanne. Peace and health to you as well.

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Thank you, Mary. Christmas happens to be a terrible time for me, but I'm working on it. That sunset picture definitely helps! Thank you for your insightful voice all through this year, and I wish you and yours (okay, MOST of yours, lol!) the very best of the season. I take this time to remind myself that I Am Enough, A much easier sentiment to say than act upon, but I imagine so many people around the globe, mourning the losses of their loved ones, are having a much harder time than I. I will spend the day alone with my dog, and tomorrow I will go to Point Udall (arguably the eastern-most point of the US), and meditate on the year gone by, as is my now 6-year tradition. It is humbling, and yet connecting, in a strange way, and I take comfort in sitting there, taking in all the majesty of it, and reminding myself that all of our lives mean something to someone, and if we're still here, then there is still much to do. And so, we will, and there is a quiet beauty in that, I think. Be well, Mary, and all who are here. Best wishes from the Caribbean!!

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Hi, Good Trouble. The holidays are tough for a lot of people at the best of times but after the last couple of years--well, let's just say I empathize. Your tradition is a lovely one. Give your puppy a pet for me.

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Merry Christmas, Mary. Wishing you, your family and loved ones a Healthy, Happy New Year! Here’s to sharing The Good in Us.

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Merry Christmas, Linda.

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Merry Christmas Eve Mary and to all peace comfort and healing.🎄🎁💕🌹🙏🙂

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Merry Christmas, Paula. Thank you.

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Merry Christmas to you and yours. Your strength and humor inspire … may your 2022 be awesome in all ways!

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Thank you, Connie. I really appreciate that. Merry Christmas.

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Thanks so much, Mary. Merry Christmas to everyone!

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Merry Christmas, Ronda.

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It’s so very gracious of you to take the time to respond to each of us. Hope you and everyone else here are having a wonderful holiday.

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Merry Christmas Rhonda .

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Thanks, Paula! Same to you and yours!

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Your common sense, thoughtfulness and humor have been the gift we needed to help us navigate these so strange times. Thank you, Mary and Merry Christmas!🎄

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Thank you very much, Caroline. Merry Christmas.

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Wishing us all (me included), tolerance, kindness and don’t forget self-care ❤️

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ALL of those--especially right now self-care.

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Happy Christmas Eve

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Happy Christmas, William.

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Happy Friday & Merry Christmas to you, Mary. Thanks for your voice in these turbulent times.

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Thank you, Steven. Merry Christmas.

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Thank you, Mary. The peace of the season to you and yours.

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Thank you, Michael. To you, as well.

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Your content is always uplifting, and I look forward to seeing it.

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Thank you, Rhonda. Have a wonderful holiday.

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