We have officially completed our family visits for the holidays – this after illnesses caused delays and reschedules. But all are well now.
The house has been undecorated. In a first ever, our tree had to be cut branch by branch and laid on a waiting dropcloth to be wrapped up and walked outside. The tree was lovely, but had apparently been cut much earlier than we thought, as the needles fell off with a sideways glance (much like the Charlie Brown tree…). This removal system worked quite nicely, with a minimum of needles stuck in the carpet. I will admit that there are still icicle lights hanging along our front windows, and the wreath with the lights strung in the pattern of a peace sign also remain. There’s just something about lights that works for a longer period of time. And those icicle lights have not only white lights, but a few red ones as well, which means they qualify for Valentine’s Day.
I told myself and my husband that we would endeavor to “think positively” this year. To not let negative thoughts or aggravations work their way into our days and turn them cloudy instead of sunny. Well, after spending an entire day trying to write a memo that in no way can be “shortened up”, I feel as though it has turned into a dissertation, and am still not certain that the recipients will grasp all the information I am intending to convey. Ugh!!
It is further amusing that my children have been following me around like puppies, looking over my shoulder as I type, wondering if they might use the computer, if we could all play a board game (Clue), if I would like to review the latest catalog offerings from Lego or American Girl, or video game selections. Could have sworn we just had a lovely Christmas with new toys to keep us occupied for more than 2 weeks. A symptom, no doubt, of returning to school to see what everyone else received this holiday season. Remind me, please, that it is almost impossible to explain adult economics to a 9 year old boy when all his pals have a PSP and he does not.
On the knitting front, a baby blanket is near completion. In typical fashion, it is “colorful” (lime green, rose) the border is more pastel, but I am considering another bold edging… Babies like colors, which is another good reason to like babies aside from their general cuteness. The anticipation of this wee child is starting to bubble to the top. My guess is for 1/25 and it would be a great thing if I am correct (hear that, Sarah?). Since my own baby is now 7, it will be great fun to have a newborn in our extended family circle.
See, just thinking of babies has made me feel so much better. The memo will be revisited tomorrow and perhaps it will make sense in the daylight. In any event, I will try to keep a sunny disposition about it.
Peace & Love,
Liz