December. Whadaya think? This month is about as wide-open as it gets. Ca-Ray-Zee. For many of us, there’s not a lot of down time. I’m probably not telling you anything you don’t already know.
Do writers honestly have time to write anything in December? I find myself too busy to keep up with writing or reading blogs right now. What can I say? I'm a highly sought-after individual, thus, my attention is divided in many different directions. Like many of you, I'm too dang occupied during the holidays to think straight. But don't feel sorry for me. About 99% of what's going on is good, all good. It's just a lot.
I was amused recently when I checked the calendar app on my phone. My feelings of being slightly overwhelmed were justified when I glanced at the overview of the month of December. Note that a small blue dot indicates that I have an event or appointment of some kind scheduled on that day. Is this month full, or what?
Besides my hectic schedule, we are preparing for a move, and our lives are divided between two different houses. One foot in this house; one foot in that house. Some things are here; some things are there. Don't forget this; don't forget that. What should we do about this; how should we handle that?
Things are very unsettled. I'm trying to keep my wits about me. Planning to celebrate our first Christmas in the new house has required more forethought than I expected. Everything will work out, I have no doubt, but, as one who likes to have a firm handle on every situation, I have been a little discombobulated. Because everything's, well, new and different. Exciting, but different.
Enough about me. How are your holidays going? Are you into the spirit of giving? Any complications or surprises this year? Feeling calm, cool, and collected? Or running a little frazzled? Are you anchored in your beliefs and traditions? Or taking a loosey-goosey approach? I’d really like to know.
Amidst my personal chaos, I am careful to allow myself some Zen moments, where I calm the outside noise, relax, and refill my spirit. Like I said, things are good. I am really looking forward to spending time with family and friends in the coming weeks, celebrating Christmas, and winding down the year. Good ole’ 2025. And, I'll take a blogging break until January.
This week I snapped a few pictures of some happenings. Enjoy....
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I hope you have a marvelous holiday time with your loved ones! Sending Peace and Love to you all!!