It's been a while since I've posted. A change in jobs, a change in seasons, Max starting school... I have many stories to tell. But today, a short note on Christmas...
I love Christmas in the comfort of my own home. I enjoy the zen of making my home festive for my husband and children. It is a yearly ritual - a chore, really - but worth every measure of preparation. The sentimental ornaments, the handmade treasures, the yummy treats, and the sparkle of tiny golden lights - they all seem to root me a little more firmly to tradition and family. I am filled with spirit and thankfulness.
After the food is shared, after the gifts are given, and after the frenzy of festivity is over, I always try to take a moment and just sit... and simply absorb.
I love Christmas in the comfort of my own home. I enjoy the zen of making my home festive for my husband and children. It is a yearly ritual - a chore, really - but worth every measure of preparation. The sentimental ornaments, the handmade treasures, the yummy treats, and the sparkle of tiny golden lights - they all seem to root me a little more firmly to tradition and family. I am filled with spirit and thankfulness.
After the food is shared, after the gifts are given, and after the frenzy of festivity is over, I always try to take a moment and just sit... and simply absorb.
Decorating...
This year, I tried to mix things up a little - changing the way I decorate the tree, using up-cycled ornaments, and materials I hadn't tried before. I deconstructed a wreath I made a few years back and used the berry picks for fillers on the tree. The old, unused grapevine wreath became a cascading natural accent, once broken apart - and it was a good compliment for some silvery ribbons, which I had saved from the tables of our wedding reception. Heirloom ornaments share boughs with bargain store finds - I'm not ashamed to admit that several of them are from Walmart. Illuminated with the help of a random-sparkle light set I wove through the tree, all the adornments twinkle in their own right.
This year, I tried to mix things up a little - changing the way I decorate the tree, using up-cycled ornaments, and materials I hadn't tried before. I deconstructed a wreath I made a few years back and used the berry picks for fillers on the tree. The old, unused grapevine wreath became a cascading natural accent, once broken apart - and it was a good compliment for some silvery ribbons, which I had saved from the tables of our wedding reception. Heirloom ornaments share boughs with bargain store finds - I'm not ashamed to admit that several of them are from Walmart. Illuminated with the help of a random-sparkle light set I wove through the tree, all the adornments twinkle in their own right.
A few years ago, I managed to get my hands on one of those crazy rotating Christmas tree stands at an after-season sale - and it's been worth every bit of the $20 I paid for it. It's admittedly a challenge to decorate all sides of the tree, but the end result is fun and festive. I got the camera out and took a few pictures, leaving the shutter open while the tree spun. I loved the effect - it reminds me of time and how quickly it flies past us... And how I should enjoy every moment while I have it.
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