I had spoken recently in my post about Acupuncture that I have a plan! I actually have plans…plural however I will not be sharing all of them with you at one time. You will just have to wait patiently as I share them at the proper times.
Thanksgiving came and went only meaning that the next holiday in line is none other than Christmas.
I typically write throughout the week of ideas that come to mind for what to share on the blog. I had jotted down the following prior to Thanksgiving as I brainstormed my plans to get me through the holidays.
Shortly after Thanksgiving I will begin decorating the house for Christmas. Last year was the first year that Jack and I had not cut down a Christmas tree to decorate and enjoy at home and I really only decorated a tiny bit knowing that Jackie would be induced shortly after the holidays (he had other plans). However, this year I have decided that we need to get back to the tradition and after Thanksgiving we will go and cut down a Christmas tree to proudly display in our home. Will it bring many emotions with it…yes…yes it will. But I am determined to decorate, I am determined to have a tree, and I am determined to show our Jackie what Christmas at home is all about!
Now, I know that Christmas is not truly about decorations, the tree, nor about presents but I do think it is safe to say that Christmas’s wonders and joys include family tradition. Decorating and a real tree just so happen to be included in our tradition.
Two days after Thanksgiving concluded I began taking down our fall decor in preparation to bring up our Christmas boxes. As I opened the boxes our house instantly began to smell like Christmas. You all know the smell a combination of pine, peppermint, and Christmas cheer wrapped up in glitter…lots and lots of glitter! Decorating was different this year, as I knew it would be. And though I braced for tears instead it felt therapeutic. That probably sounds strange, I thought it was a little strange myself. Decorating felt right, it felt good, and as I am surrounded by all the comfort of the holiday season I cannot help but to feel comforted. Instead of tears and sadness I hold a sense of warmth and love. Last year we were preparing for Jackie’s arrival, this year we prepare to celebrate his life.
We love you Jackie!
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