It’s almost Christmas, and I see you there talking to me, the one who left too soon. You wonder if I hear you or if I know how much you miss me.

Yes, my love. I do.

I see how difficult it is and how hard you’re trying. That’s why I’m sending this - the only letter from Heaven this Christmas - and it’s to you. I think He knew you needed it. I hope it will help.

I know you’re sad, but I want you to celebrate anyway. Anything we left unsaid or undone or unresolved is complete and good between us now- at least from here. Let it be the same for you there.

This Christmas, share memories of the fun we had but make new ones, too. Look at photos of our happy times and smile, knowing we were so lucky to have each other. But take new pictures, and smile again because life is for living. Fully. Happily.

Look for signs, and don’t doubt when you see them. They are not a coincidence. They are to remind you that God’s love and mine are right there with you. Always.

It’s Christmas here, too, and you won’t believe how spectacular it is. You would love the decorations - the best you’ve seen there, multiplied beyond your imagination. And let me tell you, the angels know how to throw a party! Everything here is powered by Love, and there is nothing else. It is far beyond capturing in words!

I can’t wait to show you around and introduce you - though you know many who are here. But not yet. The Big Guy has been very clear that He still has work for you to do there. And I want to watch as you live and love the others enough for both of us.

Since there is only one letter, I need you to tell everyone it’s all an illusion that I’m gone. Love is what we are made of, and my love for you all is as strong and present as it was before my body left. It always will be.

Life is your gift. This Christmas, open it anew. For you. For our family and friends. For me. Oh, and for the Big Guy! He’d really like you to do that, too.

Merry Christmas every day - just like here!
Love always from the Birthday Boy and me.