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Feeling in the Christmas Spirit

Some years all the early Christmas hoopla gets on my nerves. The commercials starting just after Halloween, hearing Christmas music on the radio before Thanksgiving, and seeing Santa at the mall in early November can really get the blood bubbling.

But this year, I kind of don’t mind. If I allow myself to look past the commercialism of the holiday, all that often annoying stuff can be sweet. Those sappy commercials, well, some of them are kind of heart-warming. The music is nostalgic and wonderful. The lights and trees are beautiful.

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Maybe this change of heart is because The Boy is old enough to really enjoy unwrapping presents, decorating cookies, and reading Christmas stories. Maybe it’s because I might actually have a little bit of time to enjoy the Christmas wrapping and baking that comes with the season.

You know what, I don’t even care why. I’m not going to ruin this Christmas spirit I’m feeling with over analyzing it. So bring on the music, the lights, and the cheer! I’m into it this year, and I’m going to live it up while it lasts!

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20 Comments

  1. Suzanne de Montigny

    Have a holly jolly Christmas. It’s the best time of the year.

    • Katie L. Carroll

      Thanks, Suzanne! May you have a wonderful Christmas!

  2. Sharon Willett

    The Christmas season is especially great when the children are young. I love the delight shown in their eyes. Thanks for putting me in the Spirit.

    • Katie L. Carroll

      Yes, it’s exciting to have a child to delight at Christmas. I’ve heard it gets better as they get a little older.

  3. Margaret Mendel

    There is nothing like feeling good and happy and joyful and particularly feeling blessed with what you have. That’s what I think holidays, the true spirit of holidays, is all about!! Enjoy your life to its fullest!!! Merry Christmas to you and your family

    • Katie L. Carroll

      Blessed is the perfect word for how I’m feeling, Margaret! All the best to you and your family this Christmas.

  4. Heather Fraser Brainerd

    I just love this post, Katie! Thanks for putting a smile on my face. πŸ™‚

    • Katie L. Carroll

      Thanks for stopping by and commenting, Heather! Always nice to hear I put a smile on someone’s face. πŸ™‚

  5. K.L. Pickett

    Great attitude! I’m with you. Happy Holidays and all that jazz!

    • Katie L. Carroll

      Happy Holidays to you, too, K.L.!

  6. Mirka Breen

    Let The Boy give you back some of the joy you had when you were The Girl, Katie.

    • Katie L. Carroll

      Absolutely, Mirka. Happy Hanukkah!

  7. Leandra

    I love your tree(if thats yours- and even if it’s not!)! Hope The Boy(& family) has a wonderful holiday season!

    • Katie L. Carroll

      Thanks, Leandra! It is our tree…from a few years ago. We’ve always had a live one since we moved here, but we finally broke down and bought a fake on this year. I have mixed feelings, but I’m sure it will be lovely as well.

  8. Becky Shillington

    Enjoy the season, Katie! I am listening to Christmas music right now! = )

    • Katie L. Carroll

      Thanks, Becky! Sounds like you’re already enjoying the season. Merry Merry!

  9. Laura S.

    Great post, Katie! I think I’ll join you!

    • Katie L. Carroll

      Thanks, Laura! Enjoy feeling the spirit.

  10. Marcia Strykowski

    Happy Holidays! πŸ™‚

    • Katie L. Carroll

      Happy Holidays to you, too, Marcia! Thanks for stopping by. πŸ™‚

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