The Holidays

Happy Holidays to all of you!

What will you be doing this year for the holidays? Having people come visit? Will you go to a family or friend's home? Maybe you will attend several parties and events thru out the duration of the holidays?

I have attended a few holiday get togethers that friends have put on, and will attend a few more before the end of the year and the start of the new.

The reason for my post today is because of the party I attended last night. We were asked to come in character. Character of our favorite time period, or celebrity, person of power, etc...... There were people dressed from the 70s era, there were rock stars, George Washington, somebody was even half Marilyn Monroe and half Marilyn Manson!!! Anyway, what a good time that was! I sat and chatted with many of my disguised friends and watched them in silence as well. It occurred to me just how good of an idea this party was for us to express ourselves and learn about the others. The way we chose to "dress up" said alot about who we are deep inside. Knowing so many of the attendees the way I do, I began to notice how well the character they chose actually fit who they REALLY are. This made the night even more appealing to me. We were like little kids playing in dress up clothes. Living and expressing, laughing, and bonding.

I went to bed feeling great (except for the 1 too many margaritas) about who I am and who my friends are. About my choices and my place in this world. I was grateful that I am able to help others and for all of those who have helped me. For those who have truly touched my life. I could see the beauty in all people... how unique and fantastic each soul is.

I decided to post today to tell you this.....

Let your light shine! Let who you are show regardless of what you think others may think. This is your life, and you need to make it count. When it ends, let there be no regrets. Only memories that you truly lived. Begin today creating your legacy so you may leave your mark on the earth when you go. So you may let the world know YOU WERE HERE AND YOU WERE GREAT!!!!!!

Love who you are always; no matter what. You are beautiful and you matter!

Happy Holidays and may the new year be the beginning of living to leave your mark!

Peace, Love, and Laughter!

Yours in light,
Erica Rae Redmond