My Christmas decorations are still in the attic, stored in
those big plastic boxes, stacked to the roof, and...........calling to me!
The dilemma.............do I climb back there between
raking more leaves and packing suitcases, or do I whisper
to my sweet Santo and explain the situation and why I
haven't had time to find her lovely wings for the holiday
season as in previous years.
She's wearing her crown right now, and I will place more
candles nearby today - the evenings get dark so early,
especially yesterday I noticed - and I need more light.
Because we're leaving next week and spending
Christmas so far away, decorating here was not in the cards,
but, as you can imagine, I'm now
feeling guilty, especially after seeing all your
beautifully decorated homes
here in blogland.
Next year will be different, I will stay home for Christmas...................well that's the plan right now.
I'll be up in the attic.....pulling out the boxes.....pulling
out all the stops.....happily doing what I usually do at
this lovely of year.
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Don't feel guilty....your santo looks lovely as she is. I don't have a stitch of Christmas decor out and I am going to be here for the holidays! Hopefully after the painters leave this week and the living room is finished, I will decorate the mantel, but I don't think I will have a tree this year, for the first time in my life. :-(
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Penny
Mary, don't you dare feel guilty-your santo looks beautiful just the way she is. I agree with Penny! I only put a little Christmas out this year and the tree. With moving and unpacking all of that stuff, I really wasn't in the mood to put out alot of Christmas. Next year will be your, Penny and my year for Christmas!!
ReplyDeleteI'd be whispering in her ear Mary - you've far too much to do, I know she'll understand ;o)
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xx
You will miss decorating your home this year, but look what you have to replace it with - Christmas in England! Enjoy, and blessings for your journey.
ReplyDeleteYour Santo won't mind! She knows you'll be away. Don't worry, my friend. You have enough to do already!
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Claudia
HI Mary, I agree with the others, I'm sure she'll forgive you this year! Have an amazing time on your trip to the UK. Cheers Judy xx
ReplyDeleteOh I think your santo will survive with a few candles and maybe a twig or two of greenery or holly. Some years that is about all I think I want to do. You will so enjoy your holiday at home in the UK. Have a wonderful adventure there visiting the pub, sitting by the fire, and having something delicious to drink. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteOh Mary, just think when you return you will have nothing to put away but the suitcases.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind comments. I look forward to hearing about the Christi exhibit and the pier. Bonnie
I think she'll forgive you, just this once mind!
ReplyDeletePerhaps you'll find a little Torquay tree to make your apartment festive & bright, or maybe a wreath for the front door?
Knowing you I don't think you'll be a able to resist a little Christmas fluffing.