LISTEN SWEET DOVE

Given that it’s the first day of Advent, December 1st, I thought it fitting to send out a morning missive of hope. While rummaging through my ghosts of Christmas compilations past this morning, I stumbled upon one from 2013 and was happily reminded of Grayston Ives’ exquisite Listen Sweet Dove. Though not technically a Christmas hymn, the peace and tranquility of the music perfectly encapsulate my wishes for this month of December.

So, let this festive season bring a little calm, light, and reflection amidst the madness of geopolitics. May we dare to hope that the War Hawks driving military policies in Britain, Europe, and the United States don’t decide to go full Dr. Strangelove before I get to open my presents on the 25th.

After all, nuclear fallout is for life, not just for Christmas.