For those of you out there who are wonderful bakers, and count among your "picture perfect" moments those spent in your kitchen measuring flour and melting chocolate pieces, I think that's great--and I hope that you pass your extras my way. For the rest of you, don't fret. You, too, can make a moment. The first step is to get in the right mood. Turn on the Christmas tunes and light a few cinnamon scented candles. Next, set out a beautifully decorated Christmas plate. Last, check to make sure no one is looking, and pull out the cookies you bought the night before from the grocery store bakery. Arrange on the plate and voila! Enjoy your moment. Christmas Caroling It's lots of fun, but so hard to arrange the party. My solution--carol in you car! Again, the first step is crucial. Find a cassette tape or CD by a performer in your vocal range. I prefer Anne Murray, as she is a mellow tenor/alto, like me (except she sings in tune). Second, make sure your windows are rolled up, even in warmer climates. The drivers around you will appreciate this thoughtful gesture. Third, sing along, and don't be shy. The louder you sing, the better the effect. This "special moment" is even better if your kids are in the car to enjoy it with you. Although, the older they are the more likely they will think you're nuts. Too bad. (Especially since they're probably right.) So you see, those picture-perfect events that you see on commercials and in magazines are nice, but nothing compared to the moments you can create. Let's keep our eyes on the target - to enjoy this most wonderful time of the year - and stop stressing over what we can't achieve. Instead, let's do what we can, and have a great time doing it. The result will be a wonderful, memorable (okay, probably-not-perfect-but-good-enough) moment. And the best news is--it will be all yours! Reprinted with permission from UnlimitedMom.com. Copyright 2004 |
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Make It Special by Making It Yours
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