My friend Sue (q.v.) writes, "Rejoice in the light. How's that for a holiday greeting?"

Perfect, I think. Rejoice in the light of the sun, the light of courage, the light of justice, the light of compassion, the light of understanding. Rejoice in the light of a new day, another chance to make a difference in the world.

Rejoice that I can get out of bed unaided, feed the importunate cats, play with the dog, make up my husband's meds for the week. Always with joy and light.

The light of political freedom. The light of knowledge and the light of choice.

Rejoice.