Tis' The Season

During the holidays there are so many gatherings to attend. People just want to get together and enjoy the spirit of this time of year.

I have been connected to a group of people for well over ten years. It has to be the most diverse group of people that I interact with. We decided to have a celebration this weekend. Actually it is becoming more like an annual event.

After a year of school, sports, and work we sit back and just hang out. We talk about how we have been doing and get all the updates on the children. Last year I didn't go because it snowed and I....well I didn't go and I missed that moment. Not this year. We were going and that was the final answer. I am deciding that I will not be missing anymore moments.

The hosts are always so gracious and they open their home to us to simply have a good time. I remember several years ago I sat in the family room and I thought Hmmm! I like this. From this family I have learned to dream big. I know that whatever I want is within my grasp.

I walked throughout the house and I saw all of the beautiful and festive decorations in every room. At my house I didn't even have the tree up. If you were to visit my home you wouldn't even know it was Christmas time. I had only planned to stay a couple hours. Four hours later I decided that I was going to bring the spirit of the season to my home.

First I had to organize what I wanted to do. My younger son has this beautiful festive outfit that he has never worn. He wore it today. After church I picked up a few items from the store for dinner. I prepared dinner and with the help of my son I put up the Christmas tree. To hear his toddler voice yell out "More Christmas!" tickles me to no end.

Tonight we had dinner by the light of the Christmas tree. How cool is that?

Have you gotten in the spirit of the season? It doesn't take a lot but it does require some effort and some excitement. Pull out the tree, the lights, the wreath. Warm up the the tea or cocoa and spend some time relishing in the glow of the season.

Tis' The Season

Lindar