I will light candles this Christmas
by Howard Thurman
I will light Candles this Christmas,
Candles of joy despite all the sadness,
Candles of hope where despair keeps watch,
Candles of courage for fears ever present,
Candles of peace for tempest-tossed days,
Candles of grace to ease heavy burdens,
Candles of love to inspire all my living,
Candles that will burn all year long.
This week I have heard of the deaths of two friends. Their grieving families will find Christmas hard without their loved one.
I've also chatted with another friend whose husband died a while ago and who is going away on retreat at Christmas to find some peace, stillness and time for contemplation in her grief. The festivities, for her, are inappropriate.
Let's spare a thought for all those who are grieving and finding this festive period difficult. I send my love to anyone affected and will light a candle to remember those dear friends who have gone.
Writing prompts:
- Who will you light candle for this Christmas? Set a timer and write about that person, if you can, for six minutes.
- If you are grieving at the moment for someone you love who has gone, write about how it feels. Again set a timer for six minutes.
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