It would be wonderful if there were Elves to help with all the last minute details of Christmas, wouldn't it? Last night, all remaining items were wrapped and are ready to be put under the tree. Today, it will be time to clean up and get ready for the family to come over tomorrow. The food has been ordered (we cater Christmas Eve dinner) and extra tables and chairs have been borrowed from the church.
My mom had decided to NOT come home for Christmas Eve. She had all week to think about it, and she feels that it would just be too upsetting for my dad to have her home and then she has to leave. Actually it would be too upsetting for them both. She is just not up to all that drama, and she does not want to put my dad through it either. We will make the best of the situation.
Thanks to everyone who has stopped by Cents To Save! I appreciate your comments and your support. Time to get back to the last minute cleaning, maybe some grocery shopping and getting ready for tomorrow. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Oh.... and if there were really elves, I would never fire them, I need all the help I can get.
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7 comments:
Hope you can still enjoy your xmas eve despite not having family around. Family dynamics can be tough. I have a few of my own to deal with. Try not to let them get the best of you. Have a great weekend.
I am sure you will make the best of it. It was hard for my dad last year with Alzheimer's while in rehab to get to come home for a short time. He never understood why he had to go back to the rehab facility, so it probably is a wise decision for now. Hope you have a Merry Christmas.
I'm sorry your mom isn't coming home, that's a tough decision to make.
Catered? That is the best idea ever.
Lisa, after a certain age I find Christmas becomes difficult. I am having a bit of a wobble because this time last year my Dad passed away (mainly from broken heart after my Mum passed the year before that). However, we owe it to our children (and grand-children)to make the best of it. Most of all we owe ourselves a bit of joy and hapiness. Merry Christmas!
I thought Target was my elves (according to their commercial)! Family usually means compromises and accommodating the differences. Focus on what is important and everything falls into place. Happy Holidays.
Maria, I am sorry about your loss. The holidays must be very difficult for you. But yes, we must make the best of it for our family and grand children. I hope your Christmas was very happy. :)
Yep, a catered Italian Christmas dinner rocks!
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