Giving Presence

Tis the season for giving. Years ago my husband and I decided to stop exchanging gifts at Christmas. He gives me his most precious gift each and every day...his presence. Time is the ultimate gift, the one that can not be returned or exchanged. The present is just that a present...live in each moment and embrace it's beauty. I do not need a new diamond each year to know my husband loves me, he shows me this through his actions. The mundane rituals of our life are my love tokens.....the kisses at our house do not begin with Kay. He gives me priceless gifts throughout the year...... morning snuggles, folded laundry, quiet time with a book. These selfless acts are quite often more than I deserve and I give thanks to my husband for these small gems. Everyday our time is stolen by work, TV, texting, the Internet...... so let's all give the best gift this year..... ourselves, truly give yourself to your families and loved ones. They couldn't ask for a better gift...except for maybe some of my cookies;)