It's horrible to say that I'm excited the Christmas season is over. It seems that this holiday season has become more about the gifts under the tree and the true meaning has been thrown to the wayside. It all starts at 6pm Thanksgiving night where most department stores open their doors for "the best" deals of the season..and it just continues.
Don't get me wrong I enjoy spending countless hours with my family eating wonderful food and spending quality time together. What I stress myself out about is the whole production of the day. The appetizers, main course and dessert. I stress about wondering if the gifts under the tree are all that good enough.
Well I changed it up this year after reading a post my sister-in-law posted on
Killing Off Super Mom. I kept it simple. A few fancy cheeses with pepperidge farm crackers, wild rice soup from a favorite restaurant and my mom made seafood lasagna. We were too full for dessert. I did have some chocolate covered peanuts and homemade peanut butter cups :) We opened a few gifts and truly enjoyed being together. My husband helped me make an appetizer tray for my mom! She loved it! Another pinterest success. Even though there were few gifts to be opened they were given with love and from the heart. It wasn't just something I ran out on black Friday to pick up.
Killing Off Super Mom. I kept it simple. A few fancy cheeses with pepperidge farm crackers, wild rice soup from a favorite restaurant and my mom made seafood lasagna. We were too full for dessert. I did have some chocolate covered peanuts and homemade peanut butter cups :) We opened a few gifts and truly enjoyed being together. My husband helped me make an appetizer tray for my mom! She loved it! Another pinterest success. Even though there were few gifts to be opened they were given with love and from the heart. It wasn't just something I ran out on black Friday to pick up.
With that in mind my hubby and I planned a warm winter getaway in lieu of presents this year. I've been looking forward to thia trip since this summer. It's these special trips that allow memories to be made together, which is what the holiday season should be about. Whether you've already had all your Christmases or still have some penciled in on the calendar after the New Year, remember to embrace the season for what it's true meaning.
To my Grandma Brown, you will forever be remembered by the red poinsettias at Christmas. We miss you!
Happy New Year!
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