It must be something in the air...I was a bit of a scrooge this holiday season and I have discovered a few others I know were in a similar boat.
My personal trouble was finding the inspiration to collect creative gifts, decorate, cook, and have fun with our Elf On The Shelf. All lot of it might have been a result of running low on cash which can be a total de-motivator. :/
As a mother, I started to feel guilty for not creating the magical environment I would have liked to for my children. But when I sit back and think about it I've got to ask myself 'Do you really think they care?' It's always a magical season to them. The fun stands alone! And its true...they had a blast! Our elf was even entertaining without all the mischief (even though there was still a bit.)
I think the consumerism in all of it is quite lame and I realize that if I am to avoid that aspect and still create a memorable Christmas I better start planning for next year now. I'll get really creative! I'll make some lists and brainstorm on it all year! I want to have have an internal calmneas about it next year and put away the scrooge to that can rear up its head when trying to keep up with the Jones' . Not to mention I hope to avoid the crowds and rush of it all at the last minute. I thought I was losing mind in the melee!
I did get an awesome gift...a mannequin bust! I hope to create a new look for my shop in the new year. Yay!! No more selfies and if I don't have a model the show can still go on :)
I already feel better now that its all over. I'm a litttle surprised by my relief since my house is still a disaster zone! Lol. Tomorrow's gonna be just lovely!
Merry Christmas! Peace and love of Christ to you! XO
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