Make a Memory

Keeping this week in concert of remaining stress-free - I want to remind you to do one thing for yourself today or tomorrow - since Christmas is a mere 3 days from now.  To emphasise my point, I am at my illustrious hairdresser today - who will transform my holiday hair.

You probably do not remember the Christmas gifts you received a year or two ago, but you do cherish the memories.  With the upside topsy-turvy holidays our children have shared the last four years, Mr. Blue Barn and I have tried to maintain a simpler version of tradition.  One element our children have learned is that there's always room for change, especially when life-changing events occur or your family grows. Last night, the kids and I finished our holiday shopping. We had a short list of silly things that should have been bought months ago.  While we were all together, I asked the boys what we have done in the past that we need to make sure we do again this year. Asking for input on ideas on favourite traditions or new traditions to add to the mix has been a valuable insight to how the next few days will play out at the Blue Barn.

So, as 25 December approaches, we can feel more frantic than festive.  Take a moment today and give yourself the best gift of all, a calm, joyful celebration.