December is an interesting month, on the one hand it can be frantic, depending how organised you were back in October/November, but it can also be sad and empty for those whose loved ones have moved away or passed on.
Today take 5 minutes to consider those in your circle that will be alone this holiday season. It could even be someone that has recently moved into the neighborhood or into a care home. Who do you know that may need the gift of your company this year?
If practical, now is the time to invite a lonely person to take part in one of your holiday events. It doesn’t have to be dinner, it can be joining you at an event like a charity auction or craft fair. Or visit a lonely stranger in a care home. Go out of your way to make someone feel loved today. Suicide rates rise drastically during the holiday season, so what can you do to prevent one?
Sea
PS My friend Tammie and I are both caregivers for an aging parent. It can be very hard and lonely, so we go out of our way to make sure the other is invited to events throughout the year. The image below was taken a few weeks ago on her deck when I dropped by with a few goodies.
PPS Share your thoughts on community and your method of contribution in comments below.
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| One of my inspiration images from a friend’s deck |
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