Christmas this year was wonderful. It was relaxing, without high expectations. And truly, what can be expected after the year that lies behind us?
You had some struggles on Christmas Eve and on Christmas Day morning. But you were able to handle them well and enjoy a restful and relaxing Christmas. We had many gifts to open, phone calls to the family to make, winter walks, and delicious dinners and wine.
The best of this Christmas for me was how thankful we both were to be able to spend it with each other. And the talks that we had, realizing how our relationship deepened during this last year, as hard as this year was for us. The best part for you was realizing how much better you felt compared to previous Chrismases. How you did not need to hide your sadness, anxiety, and confusion of going through an intense family holiday. I hope for more Christmases like this!
Merry Christmas to everyone!
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I am glad you had a great Christmas! I, too, had a much better Christmas this year than last (aside from getting the stomach flu!). Last year I was living in Charlotte and hating it there so much so when I was home at Christmas I was excited but filled with anxiety over how I was going to get back to Minneapolis in 2014… I’m glad I am in a much better place this year, geographically and spiritually!
Thank you for your comment and for reading along, Lisa! I loved reading about your great year. It means we don’t necessarily need to stay in a bad place, right? I hope you recovered from your stomach flu or will do so soon. Take care and have a wonderful start into 2015!