[The holidays and You.]

First off, Merry Christmas brothers and those of you sisters that are here.

This one isn't just directed at the men but the women that are here. Usually the Christmas holiday is not easy for a lot of people. It's a time for elevated and skyrocketed depression and suicide. Those of you that don't find the solice and solitude in being independent find yourself very hurt as you either find yourself searching for someone to feel the love or spend the holidays with, same with those without friends or family.

This is for those of you that are either depressed or suicidal. Remember that you aren't alone, there are always others that feel the same way. It's why there are the communities of the warband, RGEs locals and popps Regiment. Awareness of the issue and strength in community helps those in mental decline during the season and helps reassure those that there is no loneliness among then, even if there is no physical interaction.

Be it the finances of gift giving or the thought of not interacting much with others, (me in the case that I live 400 miles away from family, but my isolation is of my choosing.) You have others that could talk and would listen, you just need to offer up a lip and them an ear and shoulder.

Hope you enjoy/enjoyed your Christmas day, be it with friends, family or if you may be alone. 🙏🎄