The sun sets on another day…
I saw sunset as I drove to visit grandchildren. The sky was lit up with fire and as I looked to the west I saw the sun behind leafless trees. I was lost in the beauty for a split second, then I knew that it would be a good night.
I have a granddaughter who is quite unique in my eyes. Even though I am a monster she will come and give me a hug and then fade away to the side, giving me a wry smile and keeping her distance again. I’ve always had fun with children but during initial meetings they are usually terrified of me. The first time I met my stepdaughter she looked up as though the creature from the Black Lagoon had just walked out and was prepared to invade her nightmares. It took time, but we laughed and smiled eventually at that initial meeting.
With my granddaughter, it would be nice if I was closer. I could see her more often and maybe she wouldn’t play distance games like running around the house chasing each other. Maybe she would see that I would be there for her always.
Children see things with the mind of a simple difference engine. At least that’s what I always thought, but tonight as I got my hug and saw that smile I knew that the complexities were beyond belief and that maybe I was being played a little. That’s okay, it’s worth it and so is she.
It’s Christmas Eve. I hope you’re finding time for everything having to do with family. Even if you don’t celebrate Christmas and even if it’s not your favorite holiday, I hope that you find a way to enjoy your family. Family is important, and this is a time to enjoy.
So as the sun sets on another day, make your life amazing. Enjoy children and adults and everyone, and let the frustrations that you feel slide away in favor of fun and happiness. It’s just a few days but it can define the rest of your life. I hope it is a good life, no matter what.
Sleep sweet, love life, and I was being played…