As Christmastime approaches, the aroma of freshly baked cookies and cakes is coming from the kitchen here at Violet Flame World. And with it, there is a sense of peace and harmony. Some would call this feeling the Spirit of Christmas. The experience of being around the kitchen this time of year reminded me of a wonderful and timeless story I would like to share with you: There once lived by the sea a gentle soul who was a miller. He and his wife served together to grind the