May the meaning and joy of Christmas fill your heart with peace and gladness.
I'm taking a few days off to give those I love some undivided attention. I have the luxury of doing this because on a cold night in 1776, better men than me gave up their Christmas.
Count your blessings, love your loved ones, and I hope to see you back in a few days.
Merry Christmas.
[The Nativity, 1597, by Federico Barocci]