Family reunions.  You have your gatherings in the physical life, but we wish to let you know that those who have passed do the same.  They gather round you in times of trouble and in times of joy.  How could it not be so?  Once joined in love, always connected.  When you think of your loved ones they are there.  You may not be able to sense their presence, but watching over you is one of their greatest past times.  On special occasions they are more present than ever.  Many of you do not call on your loved ones or hold sustained conversations because you do not believe this or do not believe you can connect with them clearly.  Trust us:  they await your invitation.  They come often uninvited, but they so welcome your calls.  Try it, and simply talk.  You may be amazed at what you feel.  It is not your imagination.  It is Spirit, and you are that.  Therefore they are that.  There is no distinction.  Rise above your human self and be as one in spirit.