It truly seems unbelievable to me that Christmas Eve is here. This time next week it will be the last day of 2013. As much as I am so very ready to put 2013 behind me, there is also a huge part of me that doesn't want to see it end. There is a part of me that feels like I'm leaving my dad behind by moving on. I know that doesn't make any rational sense, but I also know it's pretty normal.
We started our Christmas on Sunday at my grandmother's house. We had a very nice visit with everyone. My aunt and cousins all live here in our new town (or the next town over), but the 14 of us drove the 75 minutes to my hometown. We understand Grandma wanting to have it at her house, but we have much more room, and it really would make sense for my my sister, mom and grandmother to drive down here in one car instead of the four vehicles it takes for us to go north. Maybe next year!
I think Mom, Grandma, and my sister had a rough day, but I enjoyed the magic of watching my kids enjoy their gifts. It truly is soothing and comforting watching children and the magic of Christmas. Yesterday though, oh yesterday was a tough day. My dad was a very last minute shopper and I remember many phones calls on the 23rd and 24th as he was out searching for the perfect gift. This was especially true once he had grandkids. He loved finding something special that he knew would absolutely delight them.
Today my husband has headed back to my hometown to get pick up something to complete the kids' gifts. Later we are headed to church, and then we are hanging out here at home. We are hoping to watch Charlie Brown and read a few Christmas books. I am so grateful for these amazing children who bring such magic to the holiday!
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