As the year winds down I am aware of certain truths that need to be reinforced. One is that every day is precious and to put off important goals may not be a wise decision. The second is that friends and loved ones are far more valuable than any possession and deserve our constant attention. The third is that there are great people in the world who every day choose to work for humankind; they need our encouragement and support.The fourth is that children are great models to observe and imitate.They have a purity of heart and an innocence that refreshes and balances out the negative realities that face everyone. The fifth is that laughter is the life bread of the soul and should be part of every experience. There are many others but this is a good start that will keep me on the road to OZ.