Challenging times often make us reflect on the importance of the people in our lives and the gratitude for those who helped us get through the year. The pandemic has emphasized our need to emotionally connect with the people in our lives, especially when we can't physically be together.

Throughout this season, and as we move into a new year, I wish you moments of peace amid the difficulties, connections with family and friends even if they can’t be in person, the warmth of memories from holidays past, and wonderful glimpses of the joy that still lives beneath the surface.