The Christmas season is a remarkable time! It has a truly positive effect on the majority of people in the world. The celebration of the birth of the Christ child is felt worldwide.
A number of years ago, I received the most unusual and powerful Christmas card, which in one word told the Christmas story – and in many ways could make the world a better place.
I remember the card. It came from a man who was my mentor at Marble Collegiate Church. His name was Amos Parrish. It was a homemade card. “AP” (as he was called) went to a stationary store and purchased some blank white cards. On the cards in red ink going from lower left to upper right, the word “others” was written; and in the lower left hand corner were just his initials: AP.
The word “others” is the reason why Christmas has such an effect on so many people. The word just comes alive in beauty, laughter and thanksgiving. But it is all about “others.”
I pray in these days as Christmas is on the way that you will be in the spirit and think deeply and lovingly about others.
What a wonderful little story. “Others.” Wonderful, touching, simple. Dr. Caliandro has the unique ability to communicate big things in ways that everyone can relate to. God bless, Dr. C.!
I just discovered your blog, dear Arthur, as I was preparing my other Christmas party guests – via the truly extraordinary life you’ve lived – to meet the Great Man
Can’t wait to see you on the 16th at 5:00. Being in your presence makes every day Christmas!
A Blessed Christmas to you Dr C
From our family to yours
Chris
Thank you Dr. Caliandro,
What a perfect thought to focus on as we enter the final stretch in preparation for holiday celebrations and gifting. The only true peace I have ever known is when thinking of someone else’s troubles and how I might help them. I wish you and yours a wonder-filled Christmas!