Holiday!

Lights. trees. traffic. shoppers. cookies. candles. gifts. peace. ornaments. families. holly. music. wrapping paper. smiles. hugs. giving. going the extra mile. coffee. pine needles. snow. glitter. frosting. The holidays are here!
I am caught in disbelief, as I am each year at this time, that Thanksgiving has come and gone and Christmas is rapidly approaching. I love the hustle and bustle of the holiday season! For the most part people are extra cheerful and giving. There seems to be an extra tolerance-well for some that is. Over all Christmas has always been my most favorite time of year.
I love to shop, wrap gifts, run here and there. Decorate the Christmas tree and bake. I love to bake at Christmas time! This though is I believe the first Christmas that I have wanted to incorporate something a little different. Simplicity.
We make things so complicated with our lists and party dates. Our shopping has to be done, gift bought, wrapped, given, done. The entire holiday season has become one big have to-do list that comes and goes right before our eyes.
I love to sit and stare at the Christmas tree. To watch the light reflect of the tinsel and cast shadows of pine needles wall. To inspect each unique ornament and rediscover the memory it marks. To just sit and remember and daydream. To be thankful, to be hopeful.
This is a simple holiday, an unforgettable holiday.