I've become utilitarian when it Comes to decorating for Christmas. Last year I stored my small tree in The closet fully decorated. This year I simply pulled it out, Plopped it on the end table and Plugged it in. I didn't even bother to reminisce as I placed the characters in the Nativity set on my piano. I usually linger as I recall the Christmas that my girls and I Hand painted the figures, 43 years Ago now. I was on a roll. I had a goal. I didn't take time to savor memories as I adorned my home. And I didn't feel guilty about it. My no nostalgic approach enabled me To get it all done before my Grace Group folks came last night. |