If only I could focus on one project long enough to complete it I think i would feel a lot better. I am in the middle of so many things right now, that I am becoming totally overwhelmed.
Part of the the problem is that everything that needs to be ready for the holiday rests solely on my shoulders.
Aside from earning and spending, my Husband has not participated at all in any preparations.
He chooses to argue rather than admit that he doesn't think he should have to do anything.
He is such an enigma, very kind to other people and a lazy bear at home. He is currently transporting one of his fellow dialysis patients back and forth to treatment 3 days a week. He drove up to Baltimore last night to say goodbye to his 94 year old Aunt who is in the process of dying.
At this moment he is at the office handing out gifts he bought, at his own expense, to all the installers, production workers and office staff totalling close to $1000.
My requests are not outrageous, just moving some things out to the garage, maybe decorating, and making a big run to the Goodwill.
I want to spend some time baking, and wrapping and doing regular Christmas chores.
Men.....

Christmas Gifts

Our family as a group decided not to exchange gifts this Christmas.
I, as the Matriarch,chose to ignore this request and proceed with my own plans, especially in regards to Gustav, who is a real kid this year.
So the Grinch is not stealing this Holiday from me.
We are having bells and whistles and Roast Beast as usual, wrapping paper and games and toys, candy and cookies...and a Birthday celebration for Zak who is turning, ..Gulp...40.
So Welcome Christmas. Bring it On!

Preparing for Christmas

It is exciting for me to be preparing for Christmas this year.
Oh, I haven't even started on the baking, or even the decorating yet.
I've done most of my shopping on line so I haven't been out and about the mall or any of that stuff.
I have been busy redecorating the house by refreshing some things, and finally having the new counter top installed AND the new dishwasher.
I am in the process of painting the" MAIN?" bathroom to give it a face lift before we do the real job of punching the wall out and removing the tub etc.
The other bath in the back room now has had a tile floor, been repainted by moi and has totally new fixtures IE a Jacuzzi toilet and a pedestal sink.
If my husband would cooperate, we could have excess furniture removed and make more room for our guests, whom I am so Happy to entertain.
The big projects should be done by early next week.
After cleaning (sad face). with furniture rearranged, I can then concentrate and have some fun with the outdoor decorations and cookies and pre making appetizers etc. etc. etc.
I am so looking forward to this holiday and having the family together, especially Gustav who brings joy in my heart when I see him.
Love to all