I want to take a moment to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

I would recommend taking a break from the stress of shopping, baking and whatever you are doing to remember the reason we celebrate.

Take the time to read the story of the birth of Jesus with your family. Watch the cheesy Christmas shows with the kids. Take the time on Christmas morning to bask in a child’s joy in seeing the gifts under the tree. Enjoy time spent with loved ones.

There will be plenty of time for stress when the day is over and real life starts again.