It’s Christmas Day! On this special day, I wish you joy and peace with love and laughter of family and friends. A wish for all my readers, no matter where you live or what your faith, of health and happiness on this day and every day.
I wrote these wishes in 2016, and I still wish for the same things, to a greater degree now than ever in the past. I wish for a world where tolerance and respect is the norm instead of the exception for all people, especially in our leaders. I wish for people of different faiths and backgrounds to see others as merely different and not evil. I wish for all to live and let live, to pursue happiness as each sees fit, to learn from one another, work with each other even when we disagree, and help one another.
I wish we could attend to making others lives as good as we can without tearing down others in the process. I wish for a world where all people spend their energy creating and serving instead of destroying or committing crimes, where the pursuit of excellence and knowledge takes center stage, where honest work is rewarded no matter what the job.
I wish for an end to violence in all its forms. I wish for an end to homelessness and hunger. I wish for every shelter dog to find a home. I wish for peace in the world. I wish for everyone to have joy in their lives, and to spread joy to others.
In this time of holiday cheer, I’d like to take a moment to thank you, dear readers. It is humbling that so many of you want to read my ramblings, and take the time to comment. I am very grateful for each of you, those who only read, those who do the projects I offer or cook my recipes, each one of you who leaves a wonderful comment, those who are inspired by a post, and everyone who shares on our Facebook group.
Your support makes writing a pleasure and gives me encouragement to keep blogging when so many are no longer writing.
So, my wish for you during this holiday week is to take a just a moment to be quiet, to breathe in the joy of the season, to appreciate those in your life who are important.
Be good to yourself and have fun!
I wish you all a very Merry Christmas, Shalom, Seasons Greetings, joyous Holiday times, laughter and love every day. Happy Holidays!
What are your holiday wishes?
From My Carolina Home 
Wishing you peace and joy! Wishing peace for the world!
Beautifully said. Merry Christmas and want those wishes to come true.
Well, said, Carole. Happy Holidays.
Merry Christmas Carole and I love everything that you do.
Merry Christmas to you and I wish the same things you do! Thanks for bringing joy to our lives with your beautiful ‘ramblings’!
Merry Christmas Carole and hubby. Your post is beautiful. Thank you for sharing. And thank you for all the marvelous thoughts and ideas shared during the year.
Thank you so much for all you do. I really enjoy reading about all your endeavors. I totally agree with all your good wishes for the world. As an individual, I try to do all that I can to promote these good wishes. It will take all of us together to actually make them happen. People like you who promote these wishes and keep it out there are what we need. Thanks again for continuing your good work!
Merry Christmas!! We share the same wishes! Thank you for your inspiring posts – and yummy recipes. Wishing you and yours a Happy New Year!
All of your words Re perfectly said and I wish them back to you MERRY CHRISTMAS and prayers for peaceful NEW YEAR.
Merry Christmas, Carole! I share your wishes, and thank you for voicing them so eloquently. Have a wonderful day!
Eloquent words… Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas!! Wishing you a wonderful holiday filled with good food and cheer. My Christmas wishes are so similar to what you have shared. One wish I have is for families to come back together after estrangement. I wish for those estranged from their families to find the love of their children again. I am blessed to have my family close at hand, but often see and feel the sadness of those who are alone. Blessings to you both and thank you for the joy you bring to the readers of your blog.
Merry Christmas, Carole! Thank you for inspiring me everyday!
Merry Christmas, Carole. May all your wishes come true.
Merry Christmas to you and your family!!
Marcella
Merry Christmas, Carole. Wishing you a most prosperous and happy new year in 2026. Family issues have kept me away from the computer on a regular basis, but think of you often and follow along with you as I can. Sending big hugs, Melanie
Indeed yes Carole, I echo your words. Thank you for a very newsy blog and always a pleasure to read. Seasons Greetings from my house to yours 🎄🎉🍾
Mary :))