By Jefferson Jay
To give is to receive, some say. Some believe in karma, a spiritual balancing of forces that ensures no good deed goes unrewarded. Karma’s cohort, physics, states via Newton’s Third Law of Motion, “Every action has an equal and opposite reaction.” Both argue that you get out what you put in. Sound fair to you?
On a walk around town one day, I met another dad, Alex Goldau, a life coach by trade, pushing a stroller. We quickly discovered our young sons were born on the same day one year apart. Destiny decided that was enough to make us fast friends. It was meant to be. Since then, Alex and I have bonded. Over coffee, he refocused me on the primary focus of The Hunt for the Holiday Spirit, which is giving.
My Heart Belongs to the Sea (Southern California, 2017), From the Ash Studios.
A Deep Breath
We are at a magnificent vista point on our journey with The Hunt for the Holiday Spirit. Our pitch materials are being finalized. Our partner, production company Mach 8, is pursuing pitch meetings on our behalf with industry leaders and investors. It was challenging to get here and we are making a point to take it all in and enjoy this hard-earned view.
It is time to complete our goal of giving this series back to the community who created it for the stage. It is their show and giving it to them and children everywhere is the mission. Children will grow up with a fuller perspective because we gave more now. Giving is the key to this dream.
Generational Gifts
We must give the awareness of what is possible to those who have not yet had the chance to see. People need this opportunity, for once they are aware, they will remain so forever forward. Inclusivity helps everyone. For every child with autism who benefits from an inclusive environment, there is another child without a disability whose perspective grows exponentially with greater exposure, awareness and the blessing of a new friend.
Different Like Diamonds
Our differences are our strengths. They are what make us who we are. We are each delightful and singular. This awareness is a part of the gift we are here to give. This awareness is the mission of The Hunt for the Holiday Spirit.
Allies of Everyone
We are connecting with like-minded friends, allies of everyone, ready to give more now, until lessons like these no longer need to be taught. We hope you will be by our side when we arrive at the next humbling vista.
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