Winter landscape always brings with it a time of inwardness, in stark contrast to the jubilance and joy of the festive season. Inwardly, I’ve been contemplating the meaning of the season at this difficult moment in humanity’s unfolding. And outwardly, as a gerontologist, I’m filled with inspiration through individuals, families, groups, and organizations I’ve had the honor of working with this year.  I bring sadness for the state of the…