For me, it's bittersweet but in a good way. I'm likely past the midpoint of my life and I do feel nostalgic but sad about how much loss I've experienced simply as a product of getting older and " things just aren't the same anymore."

On the other hand, I see it as my duty to make Christmas as fun and magical for my kids and other younger people, and that brings me a tremendous sense of joy and purpose this time of year.