VOYAGERS!
The Voyager Chronicles – Book 4
THE TRUE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS
By Dennis A. Daugherty
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Yes, my dear there is a Santa Claus! A piece of him lives inside each and every one of us.
The excitement and joy of the upcoming holiday season inspired me to write this rather short but poignant story dealing with Bogg and Jeff's current relationship and the true meaning of Christmas. As I grow older, and see the world we live in continuously changing, I have come to realize that the meaning of this holiday has also changed over the years. No longer is it solely about the celebration of the birth of God's son, but rather the giving of material things and the celebration of wealth.
Christmas is more than that in my opinion. It's not just about what we anticipate finding underneath our trees on December 25th. The true meaning can be summed up like this. It's a time to allow the light of our inner selves to shine brightly. To give of one's self, lovingly and unselfishly to our friends, neighbors, relatives and family and to remember the sacrifices they have made to bring us to this point in our lives. Also, to remember and help those who are less fortunate than ourselves, who may not have even the simplest necessities for living. Last, but not least, to remember that one important person, born on this Earth some two thousand plus years ago and the love he had for all of us.
I really do hope you enjoy this story and maybe it will in turn brighten the inner light of love inside you. May you never, ever forget the true meaning of this holiday.
DA Daugherty
(VoyagersFan)