24/12/2025
Can you remember when⦠you saw your first shooting star? š«
This Christmas, Iāve been a little quieter than usual on socials. Not because Iāve disappeared (or joined a silent monastery), but because life has been full with the kids, end of year commitments, and all the beautiful chaos that comes with this season.
We recently got back from a family trip to Heron Island, just off Gladstone in the southern Great Barrier Reef, right in the middle of turtle nesting season. It was one of those holidays that fills your cup⦠even though I came home sick (because apparently the universe enjoys keeping me humble š¤§).
But there was one moment Iāll never forget.
One night, we were out stargazing as a family. No city lights. Just darkness, ocean air, and this huge open sky. It also happened to be the peak of the Geminids meteor shower, and we were lucky enough to be in the perfect place at the perfect time.
And the wild part⦠nesting turtles were literally about 50cm away from us, coming up to lay their eggs while we watched the stars.
Then Noah saw his first shooting star.
He looked at me and said,
āDad⦠this is pretty special⦠thatās my first time ever seeing a shooting star.ā
That moment reminded me what Christmas is really about.
Yes, we have presents under the tree⦠but the best gift we can give is still our presence. Being there. Fully. With the people we love.
So today, I just want to wish you a Merry Christmas, and encourage you to create memories that actually matter. Send the message. Make the call. Reach out to someone you havenāt spoken to in a while and remind them they still matter to you.
And as we move out of the universal 9 year and into the 1 year, I can feel a new energy building⦠new beginnings, new momentum, and some big things Iāll be sharing with you very soon.
For now⦠enjoy yourself and create wonderful memories, because tomorrow is never promised. šāØ
Can you remember the first time you saw a shooting star⦠or the most unforgettable Christmas moment youāve ever had?
š Tell me in the comments.