the darkened houses leave me feeling somewhat warm and cozy inside, like i wonder who lives there and what are they doing---i kinda feel like "john-boy"
while the Christmas music plays, i hum it in my head and try to bring back those memories, no they won't come-
not the way i always imagine they will come---so i think to myself----each year holds another promise-
i can fight against it or submit to it's beckoning---i don't
then there is a glimmer--someone has taken the time to adorn their abode with the shiny stuff---it all runs together for me---like a watercolor painting left in the bathroom with the shower on----i like it better that way--
will this season bring the softness of winter or the bitter chill-----is it only in my power or do i have a thing to say about it---
so i will trust to feel it when it arrives and hope to not grow tired before it's time--
and although the shadows are still there and the pain that feels a little like comfort will undoubtedly arrive from event to event-----
i know full well that come january i will regretfully mourn it's passing
It's the weather, Lynn, it gets to us. Sometimes I want to change the same-old same-old this time of year, but to someone else in the family, that's what they call their tradition.
ReplyDeleteWhat we do, we often do for others, so do a little something for yourself.
i know---you are so right--we do it for others, that's what the season is all about---and thank you d.g.---happy thanksgiving :)
DeleteMy kids want to start their own traditions this year. I think that is great that they want to take this step. It is a time of combining the old with the new traditions! Loved the post and Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteoh yeah--it's a happy time when some of the holiday traditions are moved on to others haha--thanks sweetie, the same to you and yours :)
DeleteI usually start the Christmas music and the Christmas movies too early and I am sick of them by the time Christmas actually gets here. I am trying to enjoy Thanksgiving first this year!
ReplyDeletei do the same thing---the cooking shows should have started their thanksgiving shows earlier this year, i missed that----hope you have a great thanksgiving day judy :)
DeleteI love this time of year. Well, everything except the cold. The lights, the decorations, music, food, family. It all makes me glow. I am a nut that would love to have this time of year celebrated all year long. People tend to seem happier to me during the holidays, and that makes me happy.
ReplyDeletei do love it too--but it brings for me lots of memories that are bittersweet---hope you have a great thanksgiving :)
DeleteHi Lynn,
ReplyDeleteYes, Christmas does seem to creep up so quickly especially when they have all the merchandise in the shops so early.
Have a happy Thanksgiving
hugs
Carolyn
and everything is earlier this year---it has crept up for sure--thanks carolyn :)
DeleteI usually get so stressed out at this time of the year. I decided that this year, I would take one day at a time and just try to stay calm. We'll see how that goes...
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed your post!
that is the best possible way to do it--if only---blessings to you dana :)
DeleteThe holidays seem to have come so fast this year. I know, I'm not ready!
ReplyDeletei know--we are getting down some of the Christmas stuff today--last year at thanksgiving time, i had all my Christmas decorations up---happy thanksgiving sherry :)
DeleteIf it was up to me, I'd hibernate until it's over. I ONLY do it for family and cross my fingers for survival.
ReplyDeletehaha hibernating hmmmm that's an idea---thanks ms. a ;)
DeleteBonza christmas poem. I really like the following line "Like a water colour painting left in the bathroom with the shower on" that's a very vivid image indeed.
ReplyDeletethanks so much i am so happy you liked my line---that one was special to me too :)
DeleteBeautiful! Your descriptions are spot on!
ReplyDeleteawww that's so sweet-- thank you jackie:)
DeleteI like it so much better when it all runs together for me too, Lynn. Thanks for putting my feelings into words so eloquently, as always...
ReplyDeletei'm glad you like it that way also-- thanks meredith for your sweet encouragement:)
DeleteBeautiful piece of writing...descriptive; vivid; with an intensity to it that evokes many emotions that I too carry with me at this time of year.
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays, let it wash over you, like the fresh falling snow on the branches of the might evergreen - you will stand up to what comes your way, and let it wrap you in a cloak of contentment.
Jenny
thank you so much jenny-- i'm glad it made you feel-- i love the idea of letting it washing over me-- i'm gonna give that a try-- hope you have a blessed thanksgiving too:)
DeleteI'm really doing my best to be more festive this holiday season after a lot of seasons I wasn't and just wanted the time over with. However, I'm still having trouble seeing people having their Christmas lights up on the outside of their houses when Thanksgiving still hasn't come; wished they would have waited and celebrate one holiday and then move on to Christmas. I hope you and your family, Lynn, have a Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeletebetty
well even though i shared my fleeting feelings about all of this--i am guilty of having all my Christmas stuff up way before now--as a matter of fact, we are dragging it down tonight---i have had one tree up for like 2 weeks or more haha---hope you enjoy your thanksgiving day too betty :)
DeleteI hope this season brings the softness of winter for you.
ReplyDeleteoh thank you my friend--for you too:)
DeleteThis is one of my favorite pieces you've written. I wish you a happy and gentle winter, and may none of us feel too much of that biting chill.
ReplyDeletethat means so much to me christine, as i really wanted to say it all in this one piece but knew i couldn't---thanks for the kind wishes and my very best to you and yours<3
DeleteI feel your bittersweet outlook on the season. It is the same for our family. Hope the holiday is kind to you.
ReplyDeleteyou know, i have always felt that bittersweet feeling at Christmas time---i guess it wouldn't be the same without it----and the same sweet wish for you susan :)
DeleteThis was beautifully written. The holidays do sneak up on us, and they bring out a whirlwind of emotions. Hope you have a happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteJulie
they really do bring out all the stuff! thanks so much julie, you too :)
Deletei need to read this all cozy by a fire with a cup of cocoa! sweetness!
ReplyDeletehaha i was drinking sf cocoa as i rode and had this inspiration--thanks tara :)
DeleteI like the image of the watercolor painting left in the bathroom.
ReplyDeletethanks joy, i'm glad you did!:)
DeleteThat was so poetic, Lynn. Your post left me with a whole cornucopia of feelings. I know holidays are hard when you're missing loved ones, too. (((hugs))) to you.
ReplyDeletethank you for feeling it susan---yes the holidays are hard in lots of ways, but i do feel joy too----hugging ya tight back<3
DeleteI am sending you warm thoughts and wishes for a peaceful Thanksgiving.
ReplyDeletethanks so much and good wishes are coming your way too<3
DeleteYes, I can never quite resist the spirit of Christmas although the commercialism is horrible. I hope all will go well for you in 2013.
ReplyDeleteit has gotten out of hand! thanks jenny the same wishes for you:)
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