If you read the blog last week, I told you about my dreams for Christmas. Then I saw this meme, and it hit pretty close to home.
in Kansas. I slept in, then Frank made my favorite breakfast, his "hash." Simple - fry potatoes, onions, and bacon, then add eggs to scramble. It's hearty and I never turn it down. We walked our Pyrenees so they could see new fence and get an idea of their bigger perimeter. We watched movies, and snacked on leftovers. It was a wonderful day. But, it was too quiet and too "over."
I love that the house is clean and the decorations are up, at least until Epiphany starts or the basement gets cleaned and organized with new shelves and bins. I enjoy the days I can read, knit, or take a nap. Today has felt too much like a let down after a lot of worry and work. Our children are close enough that they come and go in one day, and four or five adults isn't as magical! My siblings and I all have families, and it is hard to get everyone together. Have I missed the joy of the true meaning?
Why did that meme hit so close to home? Whether Christian or not, I want to be the person who has the commitment to be compassionate before all other things. Feed the children, protect the poor, share my gifts for the betterment of others, see a need before asked, to be a light to others.
Please don't get me wrong - Christmas is still my favorite holiday and it holds so many memories. However, it is me that needs reminding, to hold the next 364 days with the same reverence. That's what I'm going to work on, not a resolution, but a better me.
Hope your 2026 is awesome!
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