Friendship

Bob Lovett asks: How has love flourished in your life this past year?

'Friends are valuable. Value them so that you might value others also.' | Photo: Matthias Ripp / flickr CC.

Over recent years the approach of Christmas has caused me ever-increasing emotional turmoil. The focus of our celebrations has always been based on a sense of the miraculous, from the birth of Jesus to the myths of Father Christmas. Each, in their own way, is seen to bring joy to the world – a celebration of gifts and, in particular, the precious gift of childhood itself. I think my turmoil stems from feelings of loss and feelings of anger – a potent mix for inner turmoil.

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