Another One in The Memory Banks
It's Christmas evening and I'm sitting here in my recliner with my sweatpants, sweatshirt and fuzzy socks on. I'm tired but very, very content. My heart is full of all things good tonight and I have a warm fuzzy feeling.
My Christmas started last night with my yearly trek to my sister Peggy's home. I've been going there on Christmas Eve for 42 years. It's tradition.
My brother Terry, Marna, Wendi and Blaine joined me, Tom, Peggy and Karen for a lovely night. We had awesome food, drink (yes, I got in to the wine), laughter, memories, a few tears and a toast to Family.
It was a late evening but T and I managed to stay awake long enough to exchange gifts. He spoiled me with a beautiful bracelet to match the set of earrings and necklace he gave me last year. I attempted to spoil him but Amazon didn't arrive on time - so he'll get his gifts tomorrow - hopefully.
Today was Christmas with my brother-in-law Bill, Jackie, their daughter Amy, Tina and Dani (friends and house sitters while Bill and Jackie travel to AZ), and Pastor Larry. The dinner was scrumptious with roast duck with orange sauce, ham, mashed sweet potatoes and wild rice with green beans. Oh yeah....and cheese cake. Yum!!
So I'm sitting here in my sweatpants (thank goodness for elastic waistbands) reliving the events of the last few days.
I smile as I remember how Karen took over her father's roll of host. No one's glass was empty, which might explain the slight headache I had this morning.
Then there was listening to my niece Wendi's infectious laughter. She has this little giggle that just makes you want to smile and laugh right along with her. She lives in Washington state, so we don't get to see her often enough. I gave her as big a hug as I could- hoping that she would know my love for her. I miss her and wish she would move closer...but I also understand the need to spread the wings and fly.
Blaine snuggled up to me on the couch and was my companion. I was happy to see his eyes light up when he opened Garth Brooks "Friends in Low Places" 8-cd box set. I'm pretty sure that we'll have to put Meatloaf on the back burner and play us a little Garth the next time we do some house cleaning!
Today I actually slept in till 8 am! Which was much needed considering I didn't get to bed until 1 am. Pajamas and coffee. I sent "Christmas texts" to my far away friends and the beginning round of phone calls from (and to) my siblings. We don't get together as a family anymore during the holidays, it's just too hard to get everyone in one spot. (We celebrate with Oktoberfest). BUT...we make sure that we call and speak to everyone on Christmas. It's almost a game now to see who is the first to call. I've talked to everyone today. The family bond is Strong....just wish mom and dad were here...but know they're with us in our hearts and minds.
I put a post on my Face Book page this morning "It's not about the presents under the tree, the food on table or the wine in the glass, it's about the feeling of love in the heart and the people that we get to share that love with".
I'm very grateful for the people in my life with whom I get to share my love; my husband, family and my friends.
Merry Christmas from my heart to yours!
My Christmas started last night with my yearly trek to my sister Peggy's home. I've been going there on Christmas Eve for 42 years. It's tradition.
My brother Terry, Marna, Wendi and Blaine joined me, Tom, Peggy and Karen for a lovely night. We had awesome food, drink (yes, I got in to the wine), laughter, memories, a few tears and a toast to Family.
It was a late evening but T and I managed to stay awake long enough to exchange gifts. He spoiled me with a beautiful bracelet to match the set of earrings and necklace he gave me last year. I attempted to spoil him but Amazon didn't arrive on time - so he'll get his gifts tomorrow - hopefully.
Today was Christmas with my brother-in-law Bill, Jackie, their daughter Amy, Tina and Dani (friends and house sitters while Bill and Jackie travel to AZ), and Pastor Larry. The dinner was scrumptious with roast duck with orange sauce, ham, mashed sweet potatoes and wild rice with green beans. Oh yeah....and cheese cake. Yum!!
So I'm sitting here in my sweatpants (thank goodness for elastic waistbands) reliving the events of the last few days.
I smile as I remember how Karen took over her father's roll of host. No one's glass was empty, which might explain the slight headache I had this morning.
Then there was listening to my niece Wendi's infectious laughter. She has this little giggle that just makes you want to smile and laugh right along with her. She lives in Washington state, so we don't get to see her often enough. I gave her as big a hug as I could- hoping that she would know my love for her. I miss her and wish she would move closer...but I also understand the need to spread the wings and fly.
Blaine snuggled up to me on the couch and was my companion. I was happy to see his eyes light up when he opened Garth Brooks "Friends in Low Places" 8-cd box set. I'm pretty sure that we'll have to put Meatloaf on the back burner and play us a little Garth the next time we do some house cleaning!
Today I actually slept in till 8 am! Which was much needed considering I didn't get to bed until 1 am. Pajamas and coffee. I sent "Christmas texts" to my far away friends and the beginning round of phone calls from (and to) my siblings. We don't get together as a family anymore during the holidays, it's just too hard to get everyone in one spot. (We celebrate with Oktoberfest). BUT...we make sure that we call and speak to everyone on Christmas. It's almost a game now to see who is the first to call. I've talked to everyone today. The family bond is Strong....just wish mom and dad were here...but know they're with us in our hearts and minds.
I put a post on my Face Book page this morning "It's not about the presents under the tree, the food on table or the wine in the glass, it's about the feeling of love in the heart and the people that we get to share that love with".
I'm very grateful for the people in my life with whom I get to share my love; my husband, family and my friends.
Merry Christmas from my heart to yours!
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