Friday, December 22, 2017

Wandering Along the Path: Right Speech

We watched "Miracle on 34th Street" last night for the umpteenth time.  On my front door above the wreath I have a sign "We believe in Santa".  I put it up each year because I do believe in the spirit of generosity.  My husband and I have refined to the point we don't give each other gifts and simply enjoy thinking about others.  Most of our gifts are service - a eye exam in a friend's name.  We have a lottery for the family so I only buy for one person, and I have the time to really think about it and enjoy the surprise of the receiver.  We do make exceptions for the grandkids, but only one gift each.  Where I have the most fun is stockings.  Everything is silly, but finding cheap treats is a kick.  I went to the Dollar Tree store this year and came back with some real bargains.  We rush downstairs on Christmas morning and there is rustling and comparing and then we settle in for the presents under the tree, with eggnog to sustain us.  After is a big brunch, made by all, and a lot of football watching or taking walks around the neighborhood or playing games.  The little fellows will take naps.  Then a relaxed early dinner and trifle, our tradition.  Lots of Christmas music is played on the piano and we sing carols.  In three days!

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