Musings: Unexpected joy brightens holidays

A person shops for produce. Credit: AP/Stephanie Scarbrough
To the young mother who was dancing to Christmas music with her small daughter in the aisles of a supermarket: Thank you. You and your daughter brightened my spirits even more. It made me remember that Christmas is about the joy of children. Merry Christmas.
Kevin G. Collins, New Hyde Park
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