That being said, we are really ahead of the game this year. I think it is safe to say that we are pretty much done shopping. I am waiting for a couple of packages to arrive. They should be here tomorrow and Thursday, and that's it. I have a couple of presents to make, but I have all the supplies. This is probably the earliest I have ever been done, and it feels GREAT! I even have the stocking stuffers.
The cards are made, and I hope to have them out by the end of the week. The picture of the kids was taken last night and picked up today. Chuck is picking up my envelopes tonight. Tomorrow, marathon card session.
Cookies are on deck for the the weekend. I will probably spend Saturday morning and all day on Sunday making them. But that is still a week ahead of Christmas. I totally feel ok about that.
What is suffering is my house. The going here and there every weekend has caused the laundry to get backed up, the dining room is cluttered, and the bedrooms are a mess. I also haven't been able to make it to the pool lately. I am starting to feel like a slug. The holiday treats don't make it any better.
And let me tell you about the wonderful "busy" of our weekends!
Calah and I went to see the Nutcracker. LOVED IT! It is fantastic to see the look on the girls' faces when they saw the ballerinas and the tutus and the toe shoes. Then we got to meet some of the dancers on the stage after the ballet. Calah's autographed program is currently her prized possession. We were able to get a picture with Clara and the Nutcracker and Miss Jenica and all the girls. Fantastic!
We also got to see our godchildren and some good friends this weekend. And we have a dance recital for my niece this weekend. The kids are finishing up dance class and swimming lessons this week. I had parent/teacher conferences (in December? Yes, I know, I think it is ridiculous, too!). The kids have their Christmas program next week. We have the train club Christmas party and I have a swim meet this week. I know that everyone has this type of schedule at this time of year. Personally, I love the bustle of the holiday season. But I do have one wish.
My Christmas wish is that while we are all doing the busy things that are part of this season, we take time to remember what this season is about. It is about the birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Yes, it is nice to give and receive gifts. It is wonderful to think of the less fortunate and donate time, money, and gifts. They are truly the way we serve Christ on Earth. But really think about what it means that Jesus came to save us. He came in the most humble way when He deserved to come in the most regal. If you aren't a regular church goer, try it this season. You may find yourself uplifted and inspired by the baby that came to save us all.
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