[Humble Janitor]

For three years, my family suffered from the consequences of bad decisions made by my brother. They have been a difficult and eye-opening, mind-opening three years though. I stated on here a week or two ago that I was asking the universe to help my family help my brother get out of jail.

Right now, this is the eve of his release from jail. He finally has an apartment after three months of searching. The grief and anger that his decisions caused my family did not lead to our downfall. We have taken this experience and it has strengthened us.

I have to say that this is the best christmas present that I could ever receive. With my brother back in my life, it restores my faith in humanity to a small, but significant degree. I don't have much want or need for material possessions. I just want the ability to see my brother and restore our relationship.

I just wanted to share this with everyone. Again, I can't describe how relieved I am. At the same time, I'm glad that I chose to support my brother by writing letters and visiting him in jail when I could. I could have walked away and disowned him but I didn't. After all, blood is thicker than water.

Whether you believe in Christmas or not, you should always believe in the power of the Universe.