It's Hard To Believe

It seems like it was only yesterday that I was hectically trying to get things done so that I could focus not only web development and client computers gone awry but on the real meaning of this time of year.  On this day last year, our entire workforce (and a couple more thrown in for good measure) were trying to clean a client's computers of a rootkit that had managed to install itself and wreck absolute havoc.

This is the time of year when our focus should be on the birth of one who in his short 33 years changed the world more than any man before or since. 

Regardless of how busy you THINK you should be take time during this season to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.  Don't greet clients and friends with Happy Holiday.  Whether you've chosen to be Christian or one of the many other religions available today, remember the following:
Jesus was a real man -- history has recorded his life

• Whether you believe him to be God or not, Jesus' influence on the world was significant
• Jesus' presence and influence is recognized by many organized religions including 97 times in the Koran
• His birth was foretold by the Prophet Isaiah -- read by Christians and Jews alike

That being the case, greet friends, clients and strangers alike the next few days with "Merry Christmas"!  It will make you feel good.