Post-Christmas



Enjoying our White Christmas

 No matter how much fun I have on Christmas, I'm always so happy for it to be over.  I love watching the kids open presents, especially this year because Leo was so into it.  Last year, Nora was two weeks old and I was still recovering from a C-section so I really don't remember much.  This year I tried to keep the Christmas spirit but by the time the week of Christmas comes around I'm just ready for it to be over with.  No matter how low key I try to make the holidays, there is still that rush of craziness the few days before Christmas.  Don't get me wrong, I enjoy being with family and the joy of Christmas morning but there is just such a good feeling knowing that life will be getting back to normal soon.  I really enjoyed the Christmas decorations but I'm ready to take them all down.  Is this normal?  Who has this overwhelming feeling to get rid of everything Christmas on December 26th?  Maybe because I feel like Christmas is two months too long.  Since November 1st, the stores have been packed the Christmas trees, music and decorations.  By December 1st, I'm over it. 

The one thing that does lift my Christmas spirit is the Christmas Eve service at church.  There is something magical about it.  It is my favorite part of Christmas by far.  Being at church at midnight as Christmas Day begins helps me forget about the rush for last minute gifts and the crowds at Walmat. 

This Christmas was great but I'm ready to start 2011!  Wonder what wild adventures it will bring!