Writing the annual newsletter is usually an easy task but this year, for some reason, I just had a tough time getting started. I had no inspiration...no direction...that is until last night. The inspiration came loud and clear as little baby Luna Amelia Feliz was born. Her proud mom, Jessica of our staff, gave birth last night reminding me of all the happy events of this past year. Jackie, our acupuncturist recently had her second daughter and my three grandchildren celebrated milestones as well. Elliana turned four and her baby brother Nick is about to celebrate his first birthday. Then there is Nicolina, who had her big girl birthday, turning two this month. All of these happy events were right under my nose. The inspiration I needed was clear as a bell, celebrate "The Joy of Christmas", through the innocence, excitement and enthusiasm of the little ones. That is what I want to remind everyone to do this year. Rekindle the spirit of this special occasion. Take the time to give thank for all you have. Take the time to smile, enjoy the plan with the joy of a child. No boundaries, no regrets, just plain excitement for yet another opportunity to celebrate life. Please embrace the Christmas spirit once again. I know some of you had challenges this year but be "child-like" this season and take come baby steps towards happiness. We know the past doesn't equal the future...so dear to look ahead! An old Chinese proverb tells us "The journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step". Take that step to better health, to a better relationship... to a happier "child-like" you! Remember, "success is not the key to happiness; happiness is the key to success" (Albert Scweitzer). Choose to be happy this Christmas and make the first step into 2019 a happy step.
TO ALL OF YOU, FROM ALL OF US AT BLOOMFIELD TOTAL HEALTH CENTER, MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR!!