Holiday Lights

I didn't put up lights or anything other than the door wreath this year. I just didn't feel any sort of holiday spirit. I think I know the reason, but I decided, rather than feel a sense of obligation, I would just roll with it. Christmas is about happiness and I knew I couldn't be happy if I felt an obligation to hauling a tree or even a part of a tree, up from the basement and decorating it when I really didn't want to. It's not the first year I've not decorated for Christmas. The first Christmas I was alone I didn't put up anything and just piled the gifts on the floor. You know, I'm okay with that. The season isn't about how tall the pile is, but the meaning expressed in this song from "Christmas Eve on Sesame Street".

When Christmas time is over and presents put away, 

Don't be sad. 

There'll be so much to treasure about this Christmas Day

And the fun we've had. 

So many happy feelings to celebrate with you. 

And, oh, the good times hurry by so fast. 

But even when it's over

There's something you can do to make Christmas last. 

Keep Christmas with you 

All through the year. 

When Christmas is over,

You can keep it near. 

Think of this Christmas Day

When Christmas is far away.

Keep Christmas with you
All through the year,
When Christmas is over,
Save some Christmas cheer.
These precious moments,
Hold them very dear
And keep Christmas with you
All through the year.

Christmas means the spirit of giving
Peace and joy to you. 

The goodness of loving,
The gladness of living, 
These are Christmas, too. 

So, keep Christmas with you
All through the year,
When Christmas is over,
Save some Christmas cheer.
These precious moments,
Hold them very dear
And keep Christmas with you
All through the year.

You can watch a short video of the song here.  

Beverage:  Water

Deb