Jason held up a felt Advent calendar, with little numbered pockets from 1 to 25, handmade by their mother. Every year she’d filled them with messages and candies.
“I think there are notes still in here.” Jason reached into the first pocket and pulled out a small piece of paper “They’re from the last Christmas we had together. She must have forgotten to take them out.”
“What does it say?” Roan asked.
“Here.” Jason handed it to him as he reached inside for day two. For the next few minutes, they read each one.
Family and friends are the best gifts of all. Make them a priority.
Be true to who you are and proud of your uniqueness.
Don’t worry so much. Everything works out as it should.
Use your strengths to make the world a better place. This is the only job you should truly care about.
Remember to say you’re sorry when you’ve made a mistake or hurt someone. Apologies cost you nothing. Silent stubbornness might cost you everything.
Laugh. Every day.
Even when things are hard, find something to be grateful for.
Use sunscreen. You’ll thank me later.
When you’re lost, take a walk and ask God for help.
