Sometimes the Christmas/Holiday season slows long enough for us to savor it, and sometimes it does a head-long rush until the day is right upon us.  For me, last year was the former and this year is the latter.  I wish this season would slow down some but the likelihood is small.  Nevertheless, the greatest aspect of the season for me is the collective mood. In short, I love the love.

At no other time of the year do we reflect as much on our shared condition, how much we miss each other, how much we care for each other; even how much we care for total strangers (i.e. the whole world). Then we lament that, if only this feeling could be made to last.  Here is a little clue. It can.

All around us are small and large opportunities for kindness.  We only need to condition ourselves to be open to these opportunities when they arise.  For me personally, this is a reminder to only pursue win/win situations in my business endeavors. I give my solemn promise to do so in this year to come.

For all who are experiencing a great holiday season, we rejoice with you.  We are happy that things are well.  For anyone who is hurting or facing more challenging circumstances, we want you to know that there are many of us out here who care.  Hang in there.

Finally, our most urgent message as 2011 comes to a close is…gratitude.  So many people have been so good to us over the last year that we don’t even know where to start.  To our inspiring guides, our loyal customers, our trustworthy vendors and our supportive friends, we wish you the most blessed and prosperous holiday and New Year to come.  You, are the “love” that this season is all about.

~ The Team at Dragonfly Expeditions