Ripe Snowflakes

Anyone who's come to see me during the Christmas season knows full well that the Vince Guaraldi Trio's Charlie Brown soundtrack will inevitably be played (and I even get requests!).

Why? Because it brings back the fondest memories for me of Christmas, and this scene epitomizes the joy, fun, companionship and unabashed freedom that I wish for everyone, not only at this time of year, but all year round.

Even if 2023 handed you this type of year:

And you feel like this because of it:

And have on more than a few occasions felt like doing this:

With this healing Spirit in mind, I'm wishing all of you a very Joyous and Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year.

May this be what 2024 brings you:

Now, go out and eat some ripe snowflakes!

See you in the New Year! Let's make it a good one!