It is Christmas Eve and hopefully all the plans are in place for an enjoyable celebration with family and loved ones. With all the festivities and excitement going on I ask that we all take a moment and remember those who will not be home with their families.
As a former Navy officer I can remember the Christmas times I was away from home. That first one was the most difficult. Let's see..Christmas in Spain, Christmas in Greece, Christmas in South Korea, three in Japan, Christmas in Tunisia (north Africa...sail to the Rock of Gibraltar and hang a right), Christmas at sea on the USS Canisteo and a few others. I can't deny I have some nice memories from these experiences although at the time I preferred to be home.
So let's remember all those members serving our country as they are away from home and, some, in harm's way.
Let's also not forget those who will be serving their communities this holiday. The police officers (close to home as my son the "cop" will be working in Palm Beach County, Florida), the firefighters and paramedics, the dispatcher who answers that 9-1-1 call, the doctors, nurses and other health-care professionals. The clerks at that local convenience store who are available for that last minute battery purchase or gas for that trip to grandma's house. Gotta get that fill up on pump three! This not an all inclusive list, for sure. There are many others who will be working and not able to be with family and loved ones.
Most of us in the real estate related profession do have the luxury of setting our hours and scheduling our holiday time - just one of the rewards of the profession. For those who are serving us, let's remember them in our thoughts and prayers.
Please keep your holiday safe and enjoyable and remember the reason for the season - Christmas.
Sorry, no big photos or inspiring songs here. I thought about singing a Christmas Carol or two but I will leave that for those with talent!
Have a Merry Christmas!
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Gary,
I remember the days when I could not be home for christmas. I was in the Air Force and overseas. I truely appreciate the sacrifice our troops are going through so we can have our freedom.