The first half of December passed by in a blur, a hazy series of parties with old friends and new, classroom holiday parties, Christmas decorations, gift buying, and oh yeah work. I can barely even think about the 2 weeks ahead. More gift buying (way more–I’ve barely scratched the surface), more parties, hosting Christmas Eve at my house, then on Christmas Day we get on a plane to spend a week in London. How do we manage to successfully get through the Christmas season each year without losing our minds?
Some of my friends say they want a wife. I find that expression really demoralizing. Instead, I will say this is the time of year when I really want a clone. Can I just send someone else to the mall to do the shopping? Because I really have way too much other stuff to do. (My husband must be laughing right now–he has never before heard me say I don’t want to go to the mall.)
Even if I made it to the mall, which is unlikely, I would have a difficult time because my kids seem to be having trouble communicating with me what they would like for Christmas this year. Other than Jamie, my little 6-year-old angel, who composed an adorably misspelled letter to Santa, no one is forthcoming with present ideas. I mean, do I have to do EVERYTHING? And if you think it is easy to figure out what to buy for a sullen 13 year old boy who already has everything he wants, you are wrong. Jenna is a little easier–if it has the word “Juicy” on it, she will be happy. And Matt, my amorous 9 year old, really just wants his girlfriend to commit to him. He is so moody about her, no amount of presents could possibly make a difference.
Basically, I would like to snap my fingers and fast-forward to January, when it is all over and we are back in our normal routine. I know I sound like a scrooge but I DON’T CARE!
In the meantime I am taking suggestions for beating holiday stress. Winning entry gets my undying appreciation.
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My thoughts exactly. December has been a blur. I can’t wait for the 26th, when I can finally just relax and enjoy the tree and holiday music with a mug of cocoa–or a glass of wine!