I am comforted by the fact that things don't have to be perfect. Things that are "good enough" can indeed be good enough. Our presents and parties don't have to be perfect, and neither do we, at least, not yet. While we should continually strive for improvement, we don't need to be upset at ourselves for not being perfect or for not being able to make things perfect.
My gifts for my family may not be the fanciest, most exciting, or most presentable, but I'm sure they'll be appreciated, regardless. And though our gatherings won't be perfect, either, the point is to spend time together. It's okay if the gatherings aren't special; the family connection still will be.
This time of year, people tend to worry more than they really need to, but I think it's more important to spend quality time with family than it is to try to make sure things are perfect. Things will never be completely perfect, at least not in this life. It's far more important to express love for our families and pend time with them, however imperfectly.
Our holiday season won't be perfect, but as long as we spend it well, it'll be good enough.
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