I can hardly believe it’s the week before Christmas already! This month is flying by so fast and there is still so much to get done before Christmas next week that its hard not to be freaking out a little bit – and yet if we let ourselves freak out we are going to miss out entirely on the joy this season is supposed to be about! So let’s not spend this last week before Christmas being all stressed out…let’s ENJOY IT!!! Try following the advice suggested in this poem below (poem author unknown): <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tis the Days Before Christmas<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tis<\/strong> the days before\nChristmas, we\u2019re all going nuts; Decorations need stringing up all through the house. With all our mad dashing, we\u2019re reeling from shock; Take time for yourself-though hard as that seems? The shortbread can wait, and so can the tree; Hear the bells, feel the warmth, light up with the glow Make this week ahead about enjoying the season because before you know it, it will be over and you’ll have to wait another year before it’s going to come around again. Choose to make this time you have left before Christmas a time to be enjoyed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nWith so much to do, there\u2019s no ifs, ands or buts.
\nBuy presents, hang tree lights, pop cards in the mail,
\nSend gift packs, thread popcorn, find turkeys on sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nAnd you haven\u2019t a clue what to buy for your spouse.
\nSchool concerts, receptions, open houses with friends,
\nLong lineups, short tempers, tying up the loose ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nLet\u2019s stop for a minute and really take stock.
\nIt\u2019s crassly commercial, the cynical say;
\nIf that\u2019s true, that our fault-it\u2019s us and not they.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nEnjoy your kids\u2019 laughter, excitement and dreams.
\nTake a moment out now, don\u2019t get overly riled,
\nInstead make an angel in snow with your child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nWhat\u2019s important to feel is a child\u2019s sense of glee.
\nThe holidays aren\u2019t about push, rush and shove;
\nThey\u2019re for friendship and sharing and family love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of a message first sent to us so long ago:
Peace, love and goodwill, and hope burning bright.
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!<\/p>\n\n\n\n