I remember the mauve-ish pink knee socks for me and the white tube socks for my brother. We didn’t have stockings so my mother went to our dresser drawers and pulled out those socks. I recall feeling a bit off that we now had socks with no match. Even as a child, I was a … [Read more...] about Immigrant Christmas Spirit
Christmas
Dimmed Spirits
This year, my Christmas spirit has a flavor peppered with longing, fatigue, and melancholy. Gone is the typical sweetness of the season. Rather than anticipation, I feel dread. A cloud of worry casts its shadow overhead. Actually, it’s more of an all-consuming fog. Time is fluid. … [Read more...] about Dimmed Spirits
Christmas Joy
It's not how much money you spend. It's nothing to do with cost or cachet. It's not what you buy at all. Christmas, commercial as it is, is not about the things. Dare I say, it's not even just about religion. Christmas is about culture and community for those who don't … [Read more...] about Christmas Joy
Colored Lights
I've seen lots of things written about Christmas. I don't know if you're aware of this, but people have some very strong opinions about the holiday season. Apparently lots of folks get their bloomers in a bundle if they're greeted with a joyous "Happy Holidays!" at the mall. The … [Read more...] about Colored Lights
Merry Christmas! I’m on it in 2010.
We, rather I, didn't get around to sending Christmas cards this year. Let's be honest. How many husbands are the ones ordering, writing, stamping, and mailing holiday cards anyway? Mac Daddy does an awful lot, but he's never dealt with holiday razzle dazzle of any sort.And I … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas! I’m on it in 2010.
5:00 Fridays
I love egg nog. This statement will not be a non sequitor in a moment.Read on.Merry Christmas!Feliz Navidad!Joyeux Noel!Froliche Weinachten!Ho! Ho! Ho!We shared a lovely Christmas Eve by the outdoor fireplace with dear friends (who luckily enough, happen to be our neighbors). The … [Read more...] about 5:00 Fridays
Tis the Season
I love Christmas. Really I do. Yes, I revel in the spirit of the season. But admittedly this year I'd rather imbibe the spirit(s) of the season than anything else.Christmas is kicking my ass this year. It's par for the proverbial 2009 course.I've baked hundreds of goodies and … [Read more...] about Tis the Season