My current mood this time of year. As much as I'm happy to finally have my family together this year for Christmas, it still feels incomplete without mom. It would have made her happier having everyone come together again and for once after five years, we all did just when she's no longer here. I miss her so much.

Brianna feels the same grief as it's her first Christmas without being able to no longer call her mom up anymore. All she could do is watch the snow fall and hoped her mother is watching over her in Heaven.

Merry Christmas everyone. Please hug your loved ones even if they are difficult for you. I hope you'll have a better Christmas this year. Hold those close to you. Never take them for granted. Be safe and Happy Holidays.