Christmas
It
has to be my favourite time of the year. I’m not sure exactly what it is about
it, that makes it so.
Maybe
it is because all over the world people are celebrating together.
Maybe
it is all the great (often cheesy) movies…
…or
the baking – so many choices
…or
packaging – it’s the craft geek in me, I can’t help myself
…or the
sharing.
The
counting down,
Carols
in the park.
Taking
time to breathe,
Searching
for the right gift – not just a gift for gift-giving’s sake.
Making
time to appreciate life…people, and to thoughtfully give to others who might
not share the same opportunities.
Following
traditions, making memories, reminiscing, starting new rituals.
Summer
days – although a white Christmas is still on my bucket list, even if it is only
once.
The
joy of homecoming (not that there is much of that goes on in our family) –
maybe next year.
Ours
is always a quiet day – 2, maybe 4 people. Those rowdy, fun cousin packed,
extended family events I always long for aren’t really an option. Maybe I
wouldn’t enjoy them anyway, as used to solitariness as I am.
Mostly
I think it is that cosiness, mindfulness feeling…
…seeing
the joy in others – young and old.
It is
MAGIC.
B E L I E V E
Yes it is Magic!!!
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