December 24th, 2009 by Penelope Bright, photos by David Sand
This season of the Light was unlike any in recent memory for me, and for many of my friends. It began early in December, and it hasn’t stopped yet. As I went about my various holiday tasks, I found that the FM radio station inside my head was constantly tuned to Christmas carols, both ancient and modern. There were sleigh bells in my heart, and drifts of gentle snowflakes, in the full (if chilly) sunshine of Southern California. Christmas Eve at the 2101 Building in Santa Monica was no exception. I imagine that there were some who experienced anxiety or nervousness, or a sense of whatever negative emotion applies. But for the most part there were smiling faces, gentle ease, and gracious touches of Spirit all through the day and evening. Carolers joyfully proclaimed the season in the upstairs lobby. The giant tree, which filled a quarter of the stage in the Brentwood Room, was dressed in elegant green and silver, and was almost understated. Friends and families greeted, hugged, smiled, laughed and hugged some more. The program featured a number of performers, and music abounded. A special treat was hearing all the “youngsters” (old Souls in fresh bodies) offering up their talents for the occasion. From the HUGS children’s group to the semi-professionals and professionals, there was not a sour note. John Morton also did two baby blessings, for the twins of Ana Maria and Jeff McCombs, that were delightful.
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