First and foremost I would like to wish everyone a happy healthy holiday season. May you spend this day with people you value most creating quality memories.

I would also like to take a moment to touch on matters that we often seem to ignore during this season. No doubt that for many, the holidays can surface some very deep rooted emotions. Stemming from family, friends, and especially the loss of loved ones. Filling a household with tons of people and expecting all to get along is a feet even Santa can’t overcome at times! Know you are not alone in your anxiety : )

For those of you who are missing someone special to your hearts, also know that you are in the companionship of millions around the world. Separation is painful to say the least, in all forms. Take a moment to send them love through meditation, prayer, and warm wishes. I truly believe it will reach them, even if you are not quite sure where they are. Also try your best not to push those who are close to you in this moment away. Let them in and be grateful for their love as best you can.

I suppose my main statement for today is to acknowledge that very few things in life are ideal. It is not fair to your friends or family or yourself for that matter to expect them to be. I believe life is all based on a series of choices. How you choose to perceive, how you choose to react, and how you choose to give. Today I am choosing love. The love for my Mom, my family, my friends and myself.

Happy Holidays to all of you…my friends.

Amber Ojeda

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