As the calendar rolls over into the month of December, I usually brace myself for what it sure to be a busy, and possibly exhausting, few weeks. I love the festivities around the holidays; the lights, the gatherings, the excuses to eat cookies and drink hot chocolate. Yet, the full calendar and added pages to my to-do list can sometimes keep me from being present and fully embracing all the fun. Being mindful this time of year can help. The practice of mindfulness can assist