I told you these posts would end up with larger spaces in between them! 

I hope everyone has had a good holiday week so far, no matter what you celebrate or how you spend it!  It hasn't felt quite like the holidays this year and I'm hearing that sentiment from everyone.  A lot of it has to do with the economy and people's moods.  For us it also feels odd celebrating in an apartment.  Plus we have only made it to one of the parties and only half of the family required stops so far.

The hubby and I decided not to exchange gifts this year what with all the ever-changing circumstances so far.  We did write letters to each other about how we give to one an other all year emotionally and figuratively.  They have been framed and will now be keepsakes for years to come.

I gave fellow staffers home-made mix on Monday, and family got a lot of food stuff and crafts this year.  The odd thing though is that this is how it used to be.  Before the hoopla and the hype, holidays were about food, family and friends.  Not quantity and how expensive can the gifts I get you be, or will you receive everything you asked for that year.  I found it rather refreshing having to worry less about all the marketed side of the season.

I've been enjoying my long weekend off.  I've watched a few old movies, done some crafting (thanks to my new stamp kit), caught up on emails, and did some cleaning.  I think I'm going to work on some scrap-booking of the holiday pictures today.  I do need to brave any traffic that might be out to pick up some daily items we are low on.  Get out of my way return and sale shoppers, I'm only hunting for toothpaste and cat food!

Current Mood:  Loved