Christmas Card Inventory

Tonight I addressed our Christmas cards. I became especially introspective about our relationships as I studied last year's address list. I think holiday card preparation is a (not always welcomed) opportunity to take inventory of your friendships at the end of each year. I haven't spoken to them all year. Why did we send them a card last year? Oh, shoot. . .I need to add them. . .and them. . .and them. To be honest, it was a little sad for me this time. I feel like we are in a lot of transition with our relationships and the Christmas card process is brining that more and more to light. There are many people that simply aren't as much a part of our lives now and yet many new friendships that are blossoming. I suppose this is all part of the circle of life. It just makes me wonder if anything is forever when it comes to relationships.

I pray that no matter what changes due to circumstances or geography, I will always be a faithful friend to those that God puts in my life. Even if the intensity or level of closeness changes, I hope to always keep a special place in my heart for people I've walked with. Right now I am asking God to show me how to be willing to let go while also being willing to honor the place people have had in my life during different seasons.