Andrew will come home for a week on December 26 and we will celebrate on the 29th, since that is my day off.
I am truly excited about this for two reasons. The first is that, while I do love celebrating Christmas, and presents and the meals, I feel it detracts from the true meaning of this most holy day. I would like to just celebrate Christmas as the day Jesus was born. I like to reflect on what that means for myself and the world. So this year I will have the chance to do that.
On Christmas Eve my parents, Chris and I will go to Mass followed by supper at North, and Italian restaurant. And the rest of the evening and following day will be fairly quiet. For those who know me you understand how much I love quiet. That will be a gift in it self.
Our exchange of presents will take place on the 29th, as I said. Instead of preparing a grand feast, we plan to order in pizza from Aurelio's, the best pizza in Denver. It will be a low key affair. If I could gather the family and get them to agree, I would hold the gift exchange on the feast of the Epiphany, but that is probably a stretch.
The second reason I am excited about our late Christmas celebration is that I can do my shopping after Christmas. I anticipate getting some real deals. I love saving money. Don't get me wrong, I do have most of the important items purchased. I mostly shop online. I have to for the weird things the boys want, like Rugby and Powerlifting paraphernalia.
Avoiding the Christas shopping rush will contribute to decreasing my stress during the holidays. I always find it so hectic to shop and wrap everything on time. I have already finished my Christmas cards and sent the packages that go to out of town friends. I plan on relaxing this week and having fun with Chris who just got home today. Tonight we are going to watch Mixed Nuts with Steve Martin. If you haven't seen it you must. It's a kooky take on a group of misfits at Christmas. Hilarious. It's an annual must, just like Christmas Vacation.
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