"I keep thinking we really need to step back and make it all not so stressful somehow...". A friend of mine recently made this comment about all the preparation involved in getting ready for Christmas. That got me thinking........
This really is the key. This year I was determined not to stress over Christmas. Starting early has helped. But when I feel overwhelmed I have had to step away and come back to whatever I was working on later. This "high blood pressure" stuff has forced me to not sweat the small stuff. And because I know I'm not good at the whole baking cookies, perfect Christmas dinner, perfect tree , over the top Christmas stuff it has really eased the stress factor. We even brought gift cards for some of the nieces and nephews this year. Sort of the like the queen Latifah commercial. They will be happy, and I don't spend days trying to find the "perfect" gift, only to disappoint someone ( usually myself ). Hang in there ladies. Christmas may only be days away, but it will get better. Its sort of like touring Disney. You can either do the commando thing, or slow down, not catch every attraction but really enjoy the experience. This year I have decided to enjoy the experience.
Cyndi
1 comment:
cyndi..how was your christmas? i was thinking along the same lines on christmas--see my blog...love doesn't cost a thing :)
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