Whether it’s Charlie Brown, Ebenezer Scrooge or young Kevin McCallister, there is no shortage of cultural icons who can remind us what is important at this crazy time of year.
There’s no question that the rising cost of living means Santa has probably had to make some more difficult decisions this year. That can mean more stress during what can already be a demanding time of year.
It is in moments like this that we can turn to the words of one of the West’s great philosophers: Dr. Seuss.
“What if Christmas isn’t something that comes from a store? What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more?” the Grinch famously pondered in one of the great heel turns in film history. “Christmas Day will always be, just as long as we have we.”
The phrase is all the more poignant as we reflect on recent Christmases when a public health crisis meant family gatherings weren’t allowed.
The real brightness we bring in the darkest of winter is the stuff at the centre of all our favourite Christmas stories: mirth, goodwill, compassion and generosity. Economists tell us that inflation has now peaked. These, however, are qualities we are happy to see grow, much like the Grinch’s heart, throughout the year.
It’s not too late to invite someone in, to make a donation, or to make a change in your life that truly matters.
Merry Christmas to you and to all of us.
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