I love my house during the holidays. There are decorations, candles, and whiffs of delicious baked goods. BUT I also love putting it all away. I am a very clean and simple gal. I like clean lines, when everything has a place, and keeping clutter at a minimum. Getting lost in the holiday festivities is something I love doing every year. Spending time with my family without very many concrete plans is refreshing and comforting. Yet I can’t wait until it’s back to business as usual in our household.
My husband is back at work after some much deserved time off from work AND school (he is getting his MA). Rosemary isn’t overwhelmed by holiday treats and the constant influx of gifts from family and friends via a delivery service or a knock on the door. There is peace in our household. The many things I sort of put to the side (like practicing STEM activities and potty training) are now back front and center. I feel like I can now focus on everything I need to get done this coming year. My lists are made. My timeline is being finalized. I am ready for you, 2022.
Christmas (specifically) is the happiest time of my year. I will miss it and wish for it to get here sooner but until then- I am looking forward to everything on the docket. Vermont has a lot to keep us busy until the start of next winter. We have snow in the coming months which means skiing and snowshoeing for our family. Planting and mulching will happen in mid- April in preparation for the plants blooming during the spring. Pool time and BBQing in the summer will get us outside and enjoying the sunshine. Fall leaves and change bring maple syrup treats, traveling through Smuggler’s Notch, and my personal time of renewal. I can’t wait for it all. SO, thank you holiday season 2021- you were full of fun, laughter, tradition, and relaxation. You came at the perfect time for our family and we can’t wait to see you again- hasta luego!
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