Christmas time is coming. I've completed my papers and finished up some contracts and now, it is time to take a break from the world, and settle into my home. For me, this time of year is about being with people I love and sharing food, wine and time together. It is about communal rituals and peace. It is a time of coming together, re-establishing closeness and remembering the value of friendship, family and health. Some years is it marked by firsts - first babies, first time hosting, first time together. Other years what I recall is that the ritual was marked by lasts - and we are not aware that one celebration is a last one together until after the fact. So I will remain quiet and take a break from my blog.
In January, I begin an adventure and exploration that will take me to Kenya and Uganda. I will be in Kenya for the bulk of three months engaging with women and exploring their notion of community healing and their role as peace builders. I hope to share some of their stories and my observations with you then.
In the meantime, Merry Christmas! Happy whatever it is that you celebrate! Enjoy in whatever rituals you participate. Feel free to share your stories here!
