From
dealing with your ex to embracing new traditions, Christmas time brings out the wonderful and the woeful. I hope that you find a way to cast your gaze on the goodness that abounds in this season and let go of the frustrations that drag you down. The calendar can get a crazy and finances may turn into a fiasco. Try to notice the many points of light and joy, even in the hectic times. Capture some precious memories while running through the holiday paces.
It's okay if not every ornament makes it to your tree this year. If you don't have time to put the lights outside, that's alright, I skipped it, too, but we really enjoyed a trip to the local light show. I'm not sure when we might do our holiday baking, but we have enjoyed seasonal candy treats. The memories are the moments more than the activities. It not just
one day that makes the season, the longing and shuffle are part the tradition.
So take pictures with the decor that makes it up this year. Record the Christmas concert and holiday recitals. Enjoy some extra fine dining or just store-bought dessert. Whatever works is okay - you're doing a great job, Mom! Most of all, remember the simple first Christmas and take peace in knowing that all our troubles are
the reason Christ came. Reach out to help someone, if you are able, and reach of and ask for help, if you need it. I'm grateful to have been in both positions.
Holiday Tips for StepMoms
Holiday Survival Guide
Let Go of Expectations This Season
Blending Traditions and Schedules
From Me on The Blog:
Traditions in Our Blended Family
The Christmas Magic is YOU!
The Christmas Magic is Christ
Home Alone at Christmas
Holidays Without Your Children
It's Better This Year
He Came for this, He came for me
(reposted from 2015)
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