Jeff and I never go "all out" for Christmas, we like to keep it simple. I was sure I would want a nice big fat Christmas tree, since we have room for one in our new home. But life's been crazy here, and money is tight. We decided months ago that we weren't buying presents, so I couldn't see shelling out dough on a tree that would have nothing underneath it. I dug my little fake one out of the closet. Low and behold it's a perfect fit to sit on the fireplace hearth... along with my 1954 light-up plastic Santa. When my parents sold their home, 5 years ago, they gave me all their window candles. I finally have window sills to put them on! Despite our tree-less home, it's feeling quite festive here.
Although I think all my ancient light up decorations scare Jeff a little.
We also had a last minute change in Christmas dinner plans. Jeff's sister Susan fell and broke her hip. She will be spending the holiday in rehab. The family will meet here on Christmas day and travel together to see her. When we return, Jeff and I will host a low key dinner. I love the thought of having Christmas dinner here at home, I just wish it wasn't under these circumstances. Susan loves Christmas and often does a lot of the cooking. I am sure she is disappointed.
My view of Christmas changed completely the year JZ died. It was less than two weeks before Christmas. I couldn't bring myself to shop that year, and never mind cooking. What I realized that year, was that Christmas happens without the ribbons and bows, and that it is more enjoyable without the stress. I guess you can say I stepped off the holiday treadmill in 2008.
Wishing all a Merry Christmas, no matter how you celebrate it.
Merry Christmas to You and Jeff. Isn't " Fake Plastic Tree" an oxymoron?
ReplyDeleteIt's also song by Radiohead :-)
DeleteMerry Christmas!
I kept it low key this year as well since our house is for sale. I sort of like less fuss the older I get, candles and twinkly lights are enough for me!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas xo
I've enjoyed your window candles as I've passed by. There are many ways to enjoy the season, all good. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeletepeople think that MORE = better today, but no way, quiet and simple is better :)
ReplyDeleteWe don't have any xmas decorations up; we do have a tree but it's always low key around here. can't believe you've had that santa for so long. ha.
ReplyDeleteThe santa was bought by parents for my older brother's first Christmas... he never seemed to care about it so I claimed it!!
DeleteThat Santa is what makes it! Toes crossed that it was a happy day!
ReplyDeleteWe enjoyed a laid back day. It was warm enough to have the door on the deck open all afternoon!