December 7, 2012 - Christmas Lights

Don't you love it when everyone has their Christmas lights up and the neighborhood is flooded with beautiful, colored lights that pierce through the darkness? I am such a light girl - keep the darkness - give me the light. As we were driving home last night, it was easy to spot the lights in the dark. The lights make a bold statement from deep within the trees and round about the corners they shine and bring a smile to my face. However, until they have been powered-up, they remain hidden. And, with no power or energy source, they never fulfill their purpose. I think that about us. When we are feeling bad about ourselves and not eating healthy, we seem to want to hide. (or at least I did) I was comfy in my house, on my sofa, in my baggy clothes. Those were days when it was easier to stay in the cave and "feel good about myself" as opposed to being in a group and being slapped with the reality that I was obese and sick. I'm a realist; I'm sorry. And, one bad gathering seemed to fuel the "lie" that I would never be free. So here's where I am going with this........ We made the choice to fight for our freedom, we made some strides toward health, we made it outside and started illuminating and displaying light (which says we're connected). However, holidays come - family gatherings come - opportunities to make excuses come and sometimes we start to rationalize that it's okay to remain unplugged for a couple of weeks. Is it really????? Remember, our lights help everyone else to smile, see the truth, feel the warmth. We never can tell HOW MANY PEOPLE are really looking for the beautiful lights in "OUR YARD." (our successful escape from the prison cell of obesity) I'm certain people feel encouraged when we bring our healthy lunches as they munch on the unhealthy ones. NOT! BUT.......it does remind them that "someone" is lighting the path to health and if they choose to start down that long, often "un-lit" path, your LIGHT could be their path maker. That's way DEEP this morning. :) Anyway, let your light shine this season. Make a stand for health and offer those who are suffering and in prison REAL HOPE that they too can "endure" holidays and enjoy the parties while eating nutritious, yummy foods. Have you ever thought of your successful, health journey as Christmas lights? :) Bless you this day! PK