For most of my life, I can remember my Mother LOVING Christmas like no other time of the year. Although I enjoyed the season as well, I never fully appreciated it as I do now.

Just over two years ago, our beautiful grand daughter was born. Since this time, I've gained a new appreciation for Christmas as well as things I've always taken for granted. I'm not sure if it is a combination of age, and life's tragedies effects on me.

Regardless, the list of things I take...