I used to be the type of Christmas nut that drove everybody crazy cuz I'd pull out the holiday music before Halloween. My favorite song of all time was We Need a Little Christmas by Johnny Mathis. My children would decorate the tree, and as soon as they went to bed, I'd rearrange the ornaments so they hung in a neat and patterned fashion. I didn't do that this year. The unbalanced bulbs didn't make me mental like usual. Its hard to believe that I have been known to throw Christmas in July parties a time or two. Yep, I'd get the tree out and everything.
So in comes yule 2008 and I can't get Hard Candy Christmas out of my head. Ol' Dolly is a lyrical genius as far as I'm concerned. I no longer see what's fun about running from store to store or baking for this, that, and the other. I finally slapped myself across the face and realized that my kids will survive if they don't get Mario Kart and it's no big deal if I get nothing original for my dad. I mean really, there's no rule that says he can't have a different nascar shirt for every day of the year.
It hasn't helped that I'm holding onto a virus that I'm convinced has to be somewhat of a sister to the bird flu. I coughed so hard that I pulled a muscle around my middle ribcage. It hurt to even breathe. I can't remember the last time I called in sick to work because I was the one who was sick, but I've called in two different days in three weeks time. At least the Halls and Ricola assembly line workers don't have to worry about losing their jobs now. I've bought enough throat drops to keep them working for several more years.
On Thursday, I made a big mistake by presuming I could be amongst others without inadvertently hawking my left lung at them. I went to Walmart to catch up on shopping and in true Sam Walton tradition, they still had one checker running the show. Honestly??? It's Christmas for bells sake. Would it be so difficult to teach the floor waxer/wannabe zamboni driver to jump on a register once the line hits neverending?
Lucky for me, we're also getting a white Christmas, meaning that my kitchen floor needs constant wiping (which I neglect) and I am once again regretting not going into debt for a garage addition. No need to fear as my children are keeping things jolly around here despite my grinchitis. Brooksie just couldn't wait to give me this gingerbread necklace he made me at school. I've been wearing it nonstop because it reminds what the season is all about.
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Angie- I think a little Edward just might help. I am in town and very willing to see it again???? We could consumate our new found friendship with a common infatuation. Pretty necklace!
Amen, Sis! Dani asked me if I was sick at Grandma's party and I said not just ornery! My favorite line was It's Christmas for bell's sake. LMAO!
Oh, I'm right there with ya! I too had to face the fact that my kids don't NEED Mario Kart and that it's okay to give dad yet another book for Christmas. At least we're all in the same boat. And that's funny that you mentioned the Christmas in July thing. I was just thinking about that the other day and wondering if you were still into all that. Good to know the answer.
what a cute necklace! I have been the same way this christmas, it must be the hard year we've all had.
Well good bells. I was wondering what the crap was goin' on over there in brown brick- haven't heard from you in a while. I remember the days at the old office when you would grab Matt and make him dance down the hall with you when a favorite Christmas tune would come on the radio. I miss those happy-go-lucky days.
I am busting a gut about the floor/waxer zamboni driver hoppin' on a register once in a while. SO TRUE. Who the crap is responsible for this madness??? If you HAVE 25 registers, why do we only have 2 open??? Nonsense, that's what I say.
Anyway friend, hope you snap into the Christmas spirit soon- you've got 5 days. Let me know if there's anything I can do to help. I'm guessing our sorry *** Broncos didn't help things any today...
Oh you have the funniest posts!! I have not been quite as over the top with the whole Christmas thing as I usually am. I've been way excited, but in a different more relaxed way!! The kids will get what they get. I'm tired of running from store to store and playing the nintendo challenge of finding their stupid games. I think they purposely slow production down at Christmas to gain a demand!! I'm done playing it!! If they don't have it at the store I'm at-Santa won't be bringing it!! And don't even get me started on walmart!! Why the heck do they have 100 registers, if there only going to open 6?!? Walmart is the reason this country is in a depression, they're taking everyones money, but not putting any of it back in the community or even to their employees!!
Hope you get in the Christmas spirit soon though!!!
(How's Brooks doing? Is everything going smoothly?? Is he getting tired of it yet? He's so adorable, I hope he is adjusting well!!)
I've been like that this year too, and I'm not sure why. If Nate hadn't stepped up I don't know if we would've gotten the tree and lights up at all. LOL
Maybe it's sleep deprivation. I had a day a week or so ago where I was suddenly WAY into the Christmas spirit. It happened to coincide with Carter sleeping all night the night before. Hmmm...
Hope you kick that bird flu soon!
Angie, i'm so sorry you're sick...and oh my world, Jodi, you feel the same way about wal-mart as I do, but I've never heard you talk so sharply!
Anyways, I agree with the whole wal-mart thing...go to target, instead! :)
Merry Christmas, girl!
I'm sorry that you are sick. You hosted a great preschool party. Em has her reindeer with a purple nose right in the middle of our tree.
HA HA!!!! Sorry for the ranting!! Walmart(and Nintendo apparently) bring out the worst in me!!! (: (:
Glad to hear Brooks is doing well!! He's so lucky to have you as a mom!! Have a wonderful Christmas!! Hope you feel better soon!! I'll try not to get so uptight on upcoming comments!!!!!
Jodi, you silly billy, you never have to apologize for being feisty on my blog. I think thats why we have blogs, so rant away girlfriend! The whole nintendo thing IS very irritating, so stupid that they seem to underproduce the games everybody wants.
Paige, I could only dream about finding a 2 hour block in this holiday madness! how long will you be here?
Car, yes I miss the old office days too. Matt's face turning beet red and all. That was back when life was carefree.
Everyone, I am finally better with the exception of the very frustrating Broncos, but thank you all for your nice comments and concerns. Happy Christmas!!
Oh Ang...all I can say is that I was so glad to read that someone else was having the same feelings as me this holiday season. I've been feeling guilty. I just wanted it over...sure we had tons of fun...but I just didn't feel the love this year. Jason and I had a phrase we kept repeating over and over to express our christmas spirit..but I'm afraid I can't share it over cyber-space. I'll share it with you the next time I see you.
In your defense...being sick does NOT help anything.
PS: Here's some unsolicited medical (or not so) advice...if you still have your cough...before you go to bed, rub your feet with Vicks and put socks on...it works its way thru your system fast and suppresses the cough...I've been doing this to Sophie all week and it really works!
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