We are all working and striving for something better, but the rule is progress, not perfection.
A new year often represents a chance for a clean slate to start all over, but sometimes, we just need to keep going in the direction we have been going in – with a little self-encouragement and self-love.
Grace is an interesting cat. She does not like traditional “pet” toys. I am still trying to figure out what to get her for Christmas. In the meantime, I guess I will let her rest under the Christmas tree. 
Koko, the domestic shorthair and Jean Claude, the Black Bombay live the life. They eat, venture outside a bit, play and sleep. They enjoyed Christmas especially helping to unwrap presents.
Yes we are in the midst of the holiday season. New Year’s is coming. Christmas is past. Kwanzaa is here. These events implore upon us to celebrate, spend time with family and friends, enjoy good food, fun, rest, relax and find spiritual and life renewal.
Still there are a lot of people who choose negativity. They show you their dark side : envy, naysaying or inappropriate behavior all the while proclaimIng their good intentions. Many also live in a constant state of turmoil or indecision and want you to embrace their drama. They want to drag you into their nonsense.
It is time to cut the cord. Banish these bottom feeders from your life. It is time to seek new options, new horizons, positivity, hope. Choose peace.
Jean Claude Chillin During the Holidays
Cats & All That ™ 