I was telling my wife today that I remember December 24th being the most charged day of the year when I was young. All the anticipation and excitement for Christmas crescendoed into the day before, which was also an important family gathering time.

While the year and recent events have been trying for me and my family in some ways, I’m extremely grateful to gather with them once again today. I hope we can all appreciate our families and how important it is to come together.

And while there’s still tomorrow, Christmas Eve still evokes presence and reflection. Merry Christmas, and may we all enjoy the company and love of our tribes.