What a week this has been around the northwest, huh? When the high temps are only 30 or so, I'd say it's a tad chilly. The summer provided so much wonderful weather though, that I guess it's only fair that fall is wet, snowy, windy & (most of all) cold. It's definitely feeling like Christmas-time, that's for sure! As I mentioned previously, Dina & I took the boys to get our tree... it's up and decorated, and with the lights on the house; the snow on the ground; it's felt like the middle of winter - and it's not even December yet.
I stopped by Momma T's the other day, and her tree's up & ready as well. Heck, in a couple more weeks she'll most of us kids & grandkids together at the house for the first of many celebrations this season.
While I'm glad to have the Christmas season underway, and looking forward to the celebrations; I'm also moving through each day with a bit of trepidation. A touch apprehensive of what those celebrations will bring! Tears or Laughter? Joy or Sorrow? Probably a good chunk of each! So many feelings pouring out, so many memories being brought to mind!
So, am I cold? On the outside I am for sure. But to have been able to enjoy a week of smiling faces brought on by Snow days & Sledding, Christmas trees & lights... I'm toasty warm on the inside! What a great way to begin the season, don't you think?!
Hey Dad... Can you see the smiles? I can most certainly see yours!
God Bless! Time to get started with your Merry CHRISTmas!
Johnny:)