It’s December 2nd and I’m ready for Christmas. Ready for the season of Christmas. Only 3 more weeks to enjoy all the Christmas things. Joys. Traditions. Memories. Surprises. Nostalgia. I’ve always said that Christmas is really the lead up to the 25th. Christmas is not really just one day. There are some that wonder why people go to so much trouble for one day but its not just one day.
I’ve got the house decorated and I’ve got the great outdoors decorated. I’ve got my big gifts bought and will not have to tromp the streets are the malls looking for THE perfect gift. Many of the most perfect gifts cannot be bought anyway. Often I like to create the perfect gift. I have a few ideas up my sleeve and in my head for a few people.
Its time to enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of Christmas. I decided to let myself take the time to read Christmas novels this year. Its like reading a Hallmark movie. Sappy but oh so feel good. Just to take some time to smell the evergreens and combat the ‘busy’s’. Time to ponder the possibilities of the New Year and to consider how to finish this year well.
Enjoy the Christmas season while you can. If you can. There are many for whom this season is just painful but if you are in a position to enjoy it – DO! Helping someone else enjoy it will also make it more memorable and meaningful.
Its coming on Christmas. They’re cutting down trees.
The Red Plaid Apron 