It was a long night for Santa Claus. He’s tired and his suit needs cleaning. He wants you all to know that even though he is now the one nestled all snug in his bed, he’s still watching. He’ll know if you are naughty or nice. So please, be nice.
Archives for December 2010
We Wish You a Merry Christmas
…and a Happy New Year!
Christmas Ornaments 2010
Every year, we add new ornaments to our collection. Although I have deviated from tradition in the last few years, I usually select one new ornament for each person based on highlights in that person’s year. The idea is that when each son takes a bride, I’ll wrap up his collection of ornaments and hand them off. I suppose that is when the baby book will leave my home as well.
Anyway, this year’s ornaments looked something like this:
The ornament which I selected for myself, is a lot like an ornament that was sent to me when I was a wee child. I think it was from my God Mother (who I have no recollection of ever seeing in real life.)
YaYa’s ornament commemorates his vacation in France with his Auntie Boogie Jill, Uncle Butthead Joe, and his way-cool cousins.
DD’s needs no explanation.
BoBo’s ornament of the world is because of his impending entry into the USAF. Although I’d prefer to know he out of harms way, he dreams of seeing more of the world.
Spread holiday cheer
The best way to spread holiday cheer is singing loud for all to hear.
I’m doing just that. With the Christmas music playing on my radio, I make my way to the office with home baked pumpkin bread to share. And if we break into song by the toaster, or even by the printer, our holiday season will be just that much brighter.
Boxing 101
I may be dating myself when I complain about the stores not giving out boxes with purchased clothing items. It’s been a long time since this act of kindness was practiced at stores and, if you ask me, it’s a darn shame. The last thing you want to find out is that you can’t even buy wrapping paper and gift boxes because they are sold out. I mean, there are only so many cereal boxes in one’s household to steal for wrapping up shirts.
Fortunately, we procured this set of boxes that nest inside each other for easy storage. When unstacked, the pile of boxes towers over me. Then again, at my height of 5’2″, that’s not all that impressive.