Our first winter storm has made it clear that the season has fully arrived. With December now here, the festive spirit is all around us: lights going up, schedules filling, and the familiar sounds and scents of the holidays returning.
We begin the season with our Annual Christmas Lunch at the Royal Ontario Golf Course, a tradition many of us cherish. This time of year brings back memories of holidays past and reminds us of the joy we have experienced as children, as parents, and now as grandparents. Holiday meals, baked treats, and favourite traditions help us celebrate those moments, even as we remember loved ones who are no longer with us.
Christmas is a season of gratitude, and I am especially thankful for the strong sense of community we share. Over the coming weeks, many of our activities will highlight the warmth of fellowship, good conversations, shared meals, and the simple joy of being together. Let us also remember and support those who may be lonely or less fortunate at this time of year.
It is also a time for giving. Many charities reach out during the holidays, and whether you donate time or resources, your kindness helps others in need and express the true spirit of the season.
As the days grow shorter, I hope you find comfort in both old and new traditions. May the weeks ahead bring peace, laughter, and a touch of holiday magic.
Wishing each of you a wonderful start to the Holiday season, and a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2026. Dayle Acorn
