It's Almost Christmas

Hello, my name is Jasper and although I'm a quad I still look forward to Christmas.  Not in the same way I did as a child but I'm especially looking forward to being with family.  My condition has made me much more affectionate toward family.  Watching my daughters go through Christmas with their kids really gives me a zing.  Watching my daughter prepare Christmas dinner, watching the grand kids run through the house full of joy really gladdens my heart.  Just because you may be in a wheelchair or lost a limb or whatever your condition may be should not damper your spirit about the day Christ was born.  I can hardly wait to be surrounded with all the love that I know is coming.  It is also the time to reflect on past events of your life and knowing how blessed you truly are.  I for one never overlook this point because I nearly lost my life twice.  I know how blessed I am to still be here, to be able to share with family and friends, to be able to interact with the people around me.  This is a season you should have nothing to be saddened about.  The evil deeds in the world are diminished by the outward love people express at this time of the year.  So I say do you join in, forget past differences, love on someone, family or not, and just be thankful for where you are right now.  My name is Jasper, have a blessed holiday.