The bathroom radio perched on my vanity table played uplifting Christian songs as I hunted in the drawer for my mascara. I turned up the volume while I listened to a female calling in responding to the disc jockey's question; the course of my day changed with her message. The question: What are you thankful for? The caller responded how she had been in an accident a few years ago. She sustained head injuries and lost some memory. “I’m thankful for the accident. I can’t remember the details of a hurtful time in my past so instead of rehearsing old wounds, I now spend more time praising God for saving my life. I’m not bitter anymore.” Her courage to admit that spoke volumes. I imagine I’m one of many listeners who took inventory of my soul to make sure I get rid of all bitterness as the holiday season begins. It is freeing to welcome the upcoming days to Christmas with a clean heart. Each heart knows its o...