Here we are on Christmas Morning. As I’ve gone through the month, trying to prepare for the day and to an extent wish it was over and done with, I had to sit down. To reflect, to think, about this particular holiday.
I haven’t really been in the Christmas mood this year. I’ll admit that. It seemed like a hastle. Even though it’s not. Mom said at one point she sort of felt bad I wasn’t getting anything this year from them, mostly that I didn’t have anyone to get me anything.
Well, I’ve gotten pictures from friends that I have missed. The MIL is sending a little gift, G is sending a little gift, I got 2 mugs at work, a Christmas bonus, and a breadmaker. And then I have to stop and think that I have something else.
I am surrounded by friends and family, near and far. That is enough. Christmas isn’t about presents, so many times, I feel like we forget the whole reason for this holiday. I feel it’s gotten way too commercialized. Christmas trees out on July, A christmas music dedicated radio station that plays nothing but Christas music from November 1st until the day after Christmas. It’s all to much.
I have avoided most holiday stuff this year for the fact that I feel as if it’s being stuffed in my face every turn around. I don’t like that. I am the type who if something is forced on me I will rebel. That’s just me. And that’s sort of what I’ve done this year with the holiday.
I am going to use the rest of the year, to regroup. To stop for a minute and figure out a plan. Next year, I will be ready.
So for now, as the bread is baking, I am going to sit down with a cup of Earl Grey and start working on plan. Because I can.
Starting to plan is the first step toward realizing the dream – Congratulations!
Merry Christmas! 2012 is going to be a fantastic year for you!
thank you ladies!!!!!!!!
Merry Christmas and good luck on planning 2012, I am sure it will a fabulous year!
thank you! I think it’s going to be.