The news has been grim lately. Sales are down, unemployment is up, foreclosures, inflation, recession and the list goes on. But I would ask you (my dear loyal reader…patient too, considering how often I have posted recently) to take the opportunity to thank God for what He’s blest you with. Whether or not you believe in or celebrate Christmas, we all have something to thankful for: life, love, and more than likely a working Internet connection if you’re reading this. So take some time out, hug your spouse, kids (if you have any), maybe even your dog or cat, and say a quick prayer of thanks!

From my family to yours, Merry Christmas!