I thought 2020 would be the year we got everything we wanted. Now I feel 2020 has been the year we learned to appreciate everything we have.

Yesterday, Christmas, I received a Hallmark card from my brother, Denny. Usually Christmas is the only time we exchange messages. I have been calling him every month or so, but not as often as I should.

The card read:

“A SISTER
is a lifelong blessing.
Your warm smile, your generous heart, and your kind spirit are such wonderful gifts.
You have blessed me with more than you know.
Merry Christmas”

And then at the bottom, Denny had written “Thinking of you so much anymore.
Love, Den”

if you know my brother, you realize how out of character the card and message were.

And then about noon, he phoned me. I can’t remember that he’s ever called me before. I was at a friend’s house so suggested that I call him back when I could talk more freely.

I did. Our conversation was long and revealed that Denny is afraid that his cancer is back. And as he said, “I have no one!”

I assured him that I’d be there for him no matter what. I’d fly in at a moment’s notice.

We talked a long while. I told I can help him financially if he needs that and I’m there for him.

I’m so glad we talked. I will definitely stay closer to him. He needs me.