Christmastime Is A Glorious Time

 

I find myself filled with joy and Christmas spirit this year, even more so than in years past.  I sent out my Christmas cards in the mail yesterday and my list was the longest it has ever been.  I was so excited about the holiday that the day after Thanksgiving I gathered up all the fall décor, put it away, brought in the Christmas bins and started decorating.

 

Along with watching movies and listening to my favorite Christmas music there is baking to be done and good food to prepare and eat.  Much of it will be shared with neighbors, friends and loved ones.  Instead of a load of gifts under the tree this year it will be a very modest exchange as instead we’ll be taking in many of the local holiday festivities.  I am super excited about that.

 

Horsedoover Nite will be making its way back into my celebrations as a potluck version with friends along with some Christmasey adult beverages.  Irish coffees, Kahlua, hot spiced wine and perhaps even some eggnog.  I’ve been going out to eat more lately than I have in years, but spending time with friends is really important, especially this time of year.

 

My home is warm, cozy and filled with lights.  I treated myself to a new candle to burn in the evenings and the fireplace is chugging away on the daily.  I have my new job to help keep me busy and it is adding a new dimension to my life that I truly do appreciate.  Life is good.

 

I do hope you are having a glorious Christmas season this year.  Feel free to share in the comments what you find makes you holiday special.