Holiday Gatherings……

Getting together with family and friends is not only important, but fun too.

There are always times in life when family members can and do clash….it happens with friendships too.  This is very normal and, honestly, we don’t always agree with what someone says or thinks,  or how they act, or live their life.  It would be a pretty boring world if we were all the same.

And so, what we should do as human beings is, if you disagree with someone….and you will…. just agree to disagree and move on to the next conversation. We live in a free society and have thoughts and ideas of our own.

Sometimes family gatherings are only 2 or 3 times a year, maybe a summer bar-b-que and then maybe twice around the holidays. If there is someone you clash with, say hello and goodbye and maybe a short conversation between.  And remember, people change (you do too), so unless they’ve hurt you in a terrible way, be the bigger person and start the conversation.  If it’s going the wrong way, just walk away.

Check with the hostess ahead of time to see if there is something particular they’d like you to bring….. a dessert, casserole or a bottle of wine…..  Some will say “We’re all set”, but bring something…. maybe a pretty smelling candle…..  Any will be welcome and will help with the cost of entertaining.

No matter what situation you’re in in life…. school, work, family gatherings, groups of friends…. there is always one person you don’t like or can’t agree with…. and it works both ways….you may be that person for them.

So as the holidays approach….. remember to keep in touch with family and friends….

If you can’t physically get together, call or text….. It’s important…… and life is short, don’t have regrets. Even if you know that person is at a gathering, it will surely mean the world to them hearing from you!

Happy Holiday Season!