I have done much of the same. Let go of things that cause stress “just because” you’ve always done it that way. Christmas is not about these things, but Christ and family. Reply
Amen to that, sister! I decided years ago that if it didn’t make me smile, it wasn’t going to happen. OK… a few things still slipped onto my to-do list, but compared to the nonsense of the early years, our holidays are a mere shadow. I love just being able to enjoy time with family… isn’t that what it’s all about anyway? Thanks for a great read, Pam! Reply
Thanks Mary! I have given up so much “stuff” I used to drive myself crazy trying to accomplish. My family prefers a relaxed mom and wife to a “perfect” holiday! Reply
Thank you! Courtney needed the ms wake-up call to realize what was important. She said the disease is a blessing in her life. Reply
Another great article! It took health issues of my own to arrive at the same place as this lovely woman. I started by giving up one “thing” each year (such as sending cards one year) which nobody missed. Last year I whittled down all the boxes of decorations that felt excessive and without real meaning to my family. This year I’m going with a small tree. At this age and stage it’s much more about the spirit and not being exhausted or stressed by the time Christmas morning arrives. Reply
Thank you – sometimes a “crisis” is what we need to finally make those changes in our lives. The changes we’ve known we need to make but we keep putting off….. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Reply