It's beginning to look alot like Christmas

After being out of commission with the flu for a bit this week, we're gearing up for Christmas. I finished the wrapping last night, took care of baking and some local gifting and today, we hit the road.

The festivities begin with my immediate family tomorrow. Followed by a gathering with my extended family on Sunday. Monday will allow us some down time during the day and we've vowed that wherever it be, we'll be in a church somewhere with Jeremiah on Christmas eve. We're certain that Christmas morning will be a different pace with Jeremiah involved in the unwrapping than what John's family is accustomed to but we'll all adjust. Then, we'll head back this way on Wednesday. When I write it down like that it sounds like a whirlwind.

It is my personal goal to remember the reason for this magical time of year. I will not let little things irritate me and I will enjoy the opportunity to be with family and friends.