Put up the tree before my spirit falls again…
If you’re anything like us, you almost feel the need to recoup from Thanksgiving, before you can even think about all that Christmas spirit stuff. Sometimes I feel like I’m rubbernecking my way through with my overly commercialized perception of the holidays, and all its (oh so beautifully packaged) expectations. I’ve been suffering from really bad allergies for a week now, {yes, I am going to see a specialist in January-I’m all supamom with the anti voms a-la Florence Nightingale when caring for the fam over here, and then the barometer drops a notch and I’m sneezing my head off with a horrible cough and blowing my nose out the wazoo…gross but true}
So, short story long, because I also suffer from what doctors like to refer to as a bad case of the rambles…I’m floundering about like a chicken with my head cut off {Can I do that? Combine fish and fowl metaphors?} Trying to get our home ready, top to bottom, trimmed, wrapped, and twinkling for Jamin’s annual staff Christmas Partay we always host here at our home.
But to be honest, I’m feeling a bit Grinch-like, instead. I have two days left to partay hour on Friday night, and I kind of want to curl up in the bed with a nice cup of hot coco and just recover, first. You know. Catch up on my DVR, while I break out the first in The Hunger Games series, and laugh at people’s Facebook statuses.
I want to be a slacker.
I know. Life is hard.
Don’t get me wrong. I love December. And I love throwing parties. I just want a sinus transplant. And getting sick is a nice little reminder that maybe I need to slow down a bit.
So for any of you out there suffering from a slight case of pre holiday dread…I felt like this was just appropriate. Sometimes, we all just dive in. Sometimes, under all that pressure to measure up and perform. And sometimes, I want to grumble and be resentful.
So, today just felt appropriate. Because there is something absolutely wonderful about it all those pretty trimmings, when we actually take a moment to breathe and appreciate them. They almost put me in a state of relaxation, once it’s all said and done. And I have to remind myself that I’m doing it because I want to, not because the Target commercial told me I’d better snap to it.
I hope this inspires you to do something fun, and make something pretty this week. {But only if you want to;}} And you know I’d love to see it. I can’t wait to show you guys what we’ve been up to, around here with our floundering head removal metaphorical whatnots, as well. And in the meantime, if anyone wants to send me a box of puffs and some Vicks, and some super secret energy serum in the form of legal narcotics, I would be forever grateful. ;}
Haul Out the Holly! Put up the tree before my spirit falls again…
Happy not-so-mad dash, everyone! I know I’m going to try and just savor the important stuff a little more this year.
Here’s to hoping that you feel inspired today…aaannnnnddd that song is stuck in your head all day long. It’s the least I could do. ;}
I’ve always thought that it was strange wording for that song.. “before my spirit falls again…” how fickle is this person and why are their spirits falling? But… I do love those shiny bright ornaments!
HA! clearly, it was a mother of young children planning a christmas party with a sinus infection.
Ohhhh… I think I found a few ideas for things to make here. Thanks for the as usual- lovely- shots. I have been sick for a week and a half now, so I know what you mean. Not a good time! Hope you get better soon.
Ugh, feel better Ashley! Drat those horrible sinuses!!!!
The boys were so excited about putting the tree up after Thanksgiving…and I was NOT feeling it, but we did anyway, and I’m glad I just got ‘er done (because it’s crossed off the list, and I’m enjoying the twinkly white lights, I must say!)
Love your inspiration pictures, by the way…you always put the best stuff in here.
Have a great party Friday night!
haha glad I’m not alone! And glad you got your decor up ;}
I haven’t done a single bit of Christmas decorating, haven’t even hauled it down from the attic yet, but I can feel it looming. And I’m trying to stay on top of my attitude. This Sunday, Elliott and I will take the kids out to get a cheap live tree from the gas station, like we always do, and then we’ll decorate it and music will be playing and goodies will be eaten and I want to be 100% in the moment for the whole thing.
Sometimes that’s easier said than done for me, but I have much to be thankful for and the laundry and dishes will wait.
Hope you feel better soon.
yes! so glad I’m not the only one!
I loved these images… every last one of them! Thanks for the eye candy! t.xoxo
I’m just getting over a month-long-2-rounds-of-antibiotics sinus infection, so I totally feel your pain. Along with the antibiotics, the dr recommended I start using a Neti pot in the morning and at night. Have you tried one before? I have allergies, too, and she said they’re really effective at flushing the allergens right out of your nasal cavity. It feels really weird, and my husband likes to watch me use it because it looks so funny, but is pretty effective. Give it a try! I hope you feel better regardless!
ugh. I guess I should try it. I’m sorry you’ve been so sick for so long. you’re in good company. I’m well for two weeks and then sick for two, and its just bad enough to slow you down.
I guess I should cave and try the neti pot. I’ve heard nothing but awesome things about it. it freaks me out because water up the nose just sounds painful. maybe I should ask for one for christmas!
TY for sharing, I’m having a X-mas Procrastinating attack, I know I have to get myself moving but… At least the tree goes up today
BTW – Do you have google+ or the +1 thingy thingy, so I can share you over there?
I just squealed with delight at nearly EVERY pic in this post. Thank you for the holiday style inspiration. As Rachel Zoe would say, I DIE. (Died and gone to heaven!) Loved this post so much…Happy Holidays!
Such gorgeous photos! I’m totally sympathetic to you. I had allergy tests last year that said I have no allergies, but I sure still have the symptoms. My doctor says the tests aren’t foolproof, so I’m thinking more neti pot use is in my fugure too. But sinus infections, with little kids and Christmas preparations = not fun. Here’s to a peaceful cup of cocoa and feeling better for you. Plus, maybe we can track down the people who did all the decorating in those photos and have them come over and do ours this year. That might just be my Christmas wish.
Can I just tell you that I have looked at this SEVERAL times today….it makes me happy just to look at it! Such beauty….thanks so very much!
awe thanks sweet lady! so glad!
Yes, the song is now stuck in my head, but I like it. Thanks!