Christmas is the perfect time for reflection. This season has had me thinking so much about what I truly wanted. None of my desires were surrounded around material things; I could care less about fancy expensive gifts. Only God knows my desires and only he can provide them. My life is completely different in this chapter of my life. This is officially my second Christmas in New York and though it has not been easy, its been one full of happiness, peace, and healing. This past year I’ve confronted difficulties where only the strength of God pulled me through. Facing the reality of my mother’s sickness has been hard, within those circumstances difficult decisions had to be made. Family is everything to me and one of my biggest desires was to have a better relationship with mine. That has been something God has gifted me with this Christmas; to me that’s the most precious gift of all.
A funny highlight of this season: When you think you have control of your life and future but then you’re faced with an epic plot twist. That plot twist and surprising shocker was losing my social media platforms. Other than having lost over 10 years of content it was one of my main sources of income. Though it was something difficult I found peace through the situation and know greater and better things are coming.
Within the past years I’ve been caught up in the busyness of Christmas giving priority to other things like gifts or influencer parties but this year I made it may goal to focus on the real reason for the season, Jesus.
The holiday season is not easy for many. Today more than ever I want to send my love to all who are depressed or feeling lonely, battling through any illness, to those missing a loved one or to anyone who’s lacking Christmas spirit.
The birth of Jesus is an occasion to remind us about God’s redemptive plan. We can find comfort that God, who has the power to create from nothing and has the power to bring about a miraculous birth in Mary can also do miraculous things in our lives
On this special holiday when we celebrate the birth of Jesus know that you are greatly loved and very special. No matter what you are facing God will give you the strength and help you through. I pray the love of Jesus which is the most perfect gift fills you with peace and happiness. Merry Christmas!
Be Lovely, Be You
Charlene Gonzalez
