I simply cannot believe that Christmas is here and gone! Reminiscent of our wedding -- worked so long for something then in one fell swoop, it is just gone. WEIRD!
The holiday itself was pleasant. Ken and I had the whole day planned out, but none of our plan got the opportunity to come to fruition. Other forces were seemingly working against us. In the end, though, it was a lovely day and we spent it together. That, I think, is the best and most important part. We had a nice dinner with my in-laws and a couple of friends, and opened lots of presents throughout the day. It really was just wonderful when I look back on it.
Here is the thing, though. We ( the collective we) spend so much time preparing for the holiday that we really don't get to enjoy it. I baked cookies til they were coming out of my ears, and applesauce too. WE did holiday cards, and wrapped gifts and played Santa... All the thing you do at this time of year. But we were so busy doing all of that, that the holidays just whizzed by -- like it does every year.
I think that next year it will be no plans... I will bake in November and freeze the cookies, make one batch of sauce and shop on line by Thanksgiving and then just call it a day. I want to go check out Opportunity Village and drive through Sunset Park to see the lights. I want to visit with friends and take in a couple of movies. I want to really relish the days leading up to the big day. I want to not get so caught up in the hustle and bustle that we miss what is right in front of us.
Fact, though, is that it will probably not happen -- I will bake and cook and decorate and send cards just like every year.
Until then... I hope you all had a lovely holiday season and are ready to close out 2006 with a bang.
5 comments:
Yup, it flew by - and I didn't do any of that craziness you do every year. :)
Dang, you were pretty busy this holiday. Hope you both enjoy the new year. B)
I hope you enjoy a slow, relaxing celebration for the new year. You deserve it.
Not only the holidays but the end of the year flew by too. I mean it will be 2007 in two days. Where did 2006 go?
I agree with you. SO much I wanted to do and didn't get to. I wanted to go to Opportunity Village and ice skate at Lake Las Vegas and see the tree ligtings in at least one city. Didn't get to any of that this year. ALways too busy.
But it was wonderful to spead Christmas day with you, Ken and his parents. Made us forget we were all alone.
Hey hey hey hey hey! Those things you had me order for you are in! :D
They came yesterday!
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