Well, this weekend we have decorated the Christmas tree. I haven't really been in the mood to decorate, but thankfully after my Mom went into the attic and retrieved the decorations I caved. We've all been excited that Grey is with us this Christmas even though he has absolutely no idea what's going on with things like gifts, Santa, or "decking the halls". He does, however, understand the lights on the tree itself. He loves them! We put him in his bouncy seat and he even turned towards the tree so he could stare. As my Mother said, I won the prize for coolest ornament find for Grey. It's a Superman onesie and it is just too cute for words. The holiday is several weeks away, but the pictures have begun for us the kids and Grey the grand kid. After pretty much being forced into putting the tree up, I am officially a member of this years Christmas spirit. I have even compiled a mix of Christmas songs online and have been playing them at work, much to Kyla's dismay. There is something to be desired with people coming together just celebrate Jesus and each other. Unlike many years before, I am determined not to get all stressed out over shopping or money this go round. I have finished with gifts for some of my family members. I'm not going crazy this year at all. Just getting a little something for the ones that I love. Taylor is so much fun for us now that she is old enough to be excited about Santa Claus and all the things she gets. I love kids that age with all the promise and joy of the season on their faces the morning after Santa makes his appearance. We have already begun watching some of our favorite classic Christmas movies. I adore Rudolph, The Red Nosed Reindeer! I had the pleasure of sharing it with Grey the other night while babysitting. He of course couldn't really follow the plot but liked the sounds and lights pretty well. I think he will enjoy it much better next year. I am looking forward to It's a Wonderful Life and many others that we all treasure. As odd as this may sound, one of our family traditions is to view Star Wars movies on Christmas day. Yeah, I know it sounds strange, but it's just something that we've always done in my family. Even though my parents are no longer married, when we make the rounds it is something that is brought up. Kasey, I'm sure, will be thinking she could do without that one.
Since the last time I blogged, I've said good bye to a friend of mine. I'm not exactly sure why I feel the need to bring it up, but I thought I would share. It was time to cut ties with a certain part of my life and although difficult I have felt a certain freedom from a constant game of cat and mouse. I have learned many things from our time together and these are very important lessons. During what has seemed like a very long time, I have felt the void of a companion. Maybe I needed to wake up and realize that I don't need outside validation to be just me. My attitude for a couple of years now has been very negative and pessimistic, but I want to make some renovations in my life. I must start by realizing that I am who I am and I should never let anyone make me doubt it or want to alter it, even if those who would are very close to me. Every day should be a new day with a brand new start. Persistently, I yearn to protect and please everyone from harm and whatever else comes along, but I will and must make time to take care of me.
My Twilight Saga books are coming swiftly to an end. I am, as of tonight, starting the last book called Breaking Dawn. It is the largest in the series and hopefully will be just as rewarding as the the other three. I have immensely enjoyed the story of the Edward and Bella, and am excited to see what Stephenie Meyer does next. She has a natural talent and vivid imagination which keep you intertwined in her stories. Even though I am impatient to know how all of these wonderful stories conclude, there is a sense of sadness that it has to end. I have seen several interviews with this author and she did state that she may not be through with this tall tale, but she was through telling it from Bella's perspective. Maybe there will be other stories later on down the road. These books were the perfect distraction for me and I would recommend them to anyone who wants to get involved in that dark and fabulous world or forbidden love.
That's all for now, but I will get back to you soon as this holiday season progresses.
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