Dear Scrooge,

You probably haven’t learned yet that everything that goes around, comes around. Oh, you must be focused on the past. Something was missing in your life. Now it’s the present and something is gone from your heart. Perhaps it’s bad times, the economy, or perhaps family situations that cause great stress.

Will that the future beckons and allows you to be kind to your fellow humans, treat them with the respect and kindness they deserve and your heart will grow and your life will change for the better. * * *

There are many versions of A Christmas Carol, some I’ve seen on stage, some in the movies. There’s also the Grinch version that I love (the original cartoon). I’ve known several Scrooge’s in my lifetime and wish them well. Some are lonely or depressed, they come to our table for Christmas dinner. Some are spiteful or hateful for no reason and there is no getting through to them. May they find some hope in their lives to change and know that they’ll be forgiven and welcomed, perhaps even into the lives of those they’ve emotionally hurt.

I wish you love and peace this holiday season, hope you are with loved ones and, hey, you, those cookies were meant for after dinner! Cheers, Dee