My wife shared with me the following re-imagining of the 12 Days of Christmas from Sara Ban Breathnach’s book Simple Abundance.

I think these are the very best gifts to give this holiday season.

 

On the first day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of my Undivided Attention

On the second day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Enthusiasm

On the third day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Creative Energy

On the fourth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Simple Seasonal Pleasures

On the fifth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Tolerance

On the sixth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Good Cheer

On the seventh day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Beauty

On the eighth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Communication

On the ninth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Surprise

On the tenth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Wonder

On the eleventh day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Peaceful Surroundings

On the twelfth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Joy

Wishing you, and those you love, the blessings of this season.