So, it’s the 8th of December and the house is decorated…..but I’m still trying to feel that holiday excitement, motivation, joy. Don’t misunderstand, I am loving the lights at night. And the decorations soothe my soul. But the rest…… There is no holiday baking planned at this point. There are no presents bought yet. There … Continue reading Trying to feel it
Why decorate?
I’ve asked myself this question several times since Thanksgiving day. I’m surrounded by people who could care less if the house has any decorations. And some who are true Scrooges (not my husband for clarity he’s cool). Okay Scrooges is harsh, but what do you call people who have no interest in the holidays and … Continue reading Why decorate?
Multitasking
Multitasking is something I used to take for granted. Then through some family changes it just wasn’t possible. Being a caretaker sometimes requires 100% concentration. But now, a few years later, I’m finding I can multitask again, at times. One of those times is when I’m babysitting the pressure canner. Today’s canner is turkey soup … Continue reading Multitasking