Bonus Points

With a few days to go before Christmas we thought everything was ready and waiting. However we received some bonus points in the way of unexpected greetings from friends from afar. There were few close golf partners and wives who sent us happy sounding greetings and I personally felt Florida warm by their remarks.

A close friend unexpectedly called to say he would be here for a night so we have the advantage of being filled in on all the news as he recently became a Grandfather. He is very excited about the baby but as his wife is away west to help the new mother Don is going to look after his mother and mother in law for a Christmas dinner. They are covering all the bases and that is the way it should be.

Our grandchildren are returning from exams at university and we love the interaction with these future leaders in our community. The fresh thinking of these young ones tells me we have nothing to fear in the future.

We have been able to contact nearly all the people we wish to bring greetings but a few will be last minute. I prefer a phone call to a card as you are able to extend your feelings and receive same in a warm manner. I find I also give my friends an opportunity to express thoughts, concerns and worries that might be left unsaid. For some it might be the only chance to get something off their chest before the new year.

Bonus points, Yes, rewards for being a friend to those who have impacted your life in a meaningful way.