Christmas is nearing, the New Year is probing a turn-of-a-decade–it’s the fresh start we have all been looking for. This has left me ruminating and reflecting upon my past year; my successes, failures and all the in-betweens. In doing so, I have come to truly appreciate every blessing and success in my life, as well as that of my failures and downfalls. For there’s beauty in failing- it ultimately sheds light on what wasn’t working in your routine, perspective and life- thus making you wiser and more in tune with your inner-being. To my friends and family who have been by me through thick and thin, I will spend the remainder of my days attempting to convey how truly beyond grateful I am to have them in my life, and would still not have enough time for all they have done. This year around I will not be celebrating Christmas with a greedy motive, but rather I aim to bring to life the true meaning of Christmas and the kind, warm and generous feel of this sacred Holiday season. I realize that I have been granted an abundance of blessings- from a warm home to a safe environment and more, while others lack the necessities that we need for survival thenceforth living life with borrowed time. Which is why, I have grown to appreciate the little things and find the bright side to my downfalls- for as bad as the situation seems, there still exists a world that ceases not at my bubble of space and extends past situations of different kinds of horrible. More than this, I hope, pray and will that everyone suffering from the smallest of inconveniences to the grandest will find a way out, solace, comfort and love this time of year. For anyone going through a tough time, I hope your pain eases, and your path clears of all obstacles. Alas, Merry Christmas everyone, hope you have a great break and an amazing Holiday season with friends, and family.
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Queen's U chapter.