A little of this, a little of that

Claire and I got the tree last night. We ended up with a grand fir this year. I’ve heard they are more fragrant. I’m hoping that doesn’t translate to being more aggravating and causing my hay fever to flare up.

I put it in a bucket in the shed. I’ll either put it in its proper stand tonight or tomorrow. I’m thinking tomorrow because I don’t think I feel like doing it tonight.

All of us are off for the next two weeks. No work for me (don’t get me started on that) and no school for the girls. The dog (master of our domain) will be thrilled to have us home for fourteen days straight. That means less crate time for him, more lounging around the house.

I am actually sending out cards this year. I got them all addressed last night. I’ll sign them tonight and tomorrow and mail on Monday. I don’t strive to get them TO people before Christmas, I strive to get them MAILED before Christmas. Once they have their little stamps on them and they are safely in the mailbox, my obligations are fulfilled.

I do not do a letter. If I did, I’d never get them out. I do try to write more than just our names though. I try to write at least a couple of sentences. I did put together a photo collage this year but that won’t go in every card.

I am looking forward to our book club breakfast tomorrow. We’re a small group (6 of us) so we meet to discuss the book one month and then meet for breakfast the next. That means we only have 6 meetings a year where we have to actually read a book. It works out well for all of us! It is a fine group of women and we always have fun together.

I also plan to complete my Christmas shopping this weekend. I just need a few small items for my daughters and something for my parents. I anticipate it taking an hour or two at the most. However, I will not be going to the mall, that much I know is true!