Tomorrow is my day off...there are no students scheduled and there are enough leftovers that I won't have to cook. I want to take the day for myself...do I dare?
I was online a good bit of today, why, I don't know. Cyber life is so quiet right now, I guess most people are busy preparing for Christmas or just with life in general. All my online groups etc. are so quiet, even the people that email me regularly seem to prefer to be quiet. This time of year is always difficult for me...the Christmas decorations are out...well, most of them and my thoughts always turn to memories of my mom at Christmas. I tend to want to distract myself and stay busy and social to keep my mind from going places that only serve to bring on tears. Since my only real social life is online, I was unsuccessful in that area today. Tomorrow I may not even try, hence this post tonight instead of tomorrow.
I'll get some light cleaning done, there is always that to do. I have a letter to write and a card to make, the piano needs to know my hands still exist, not just those of my students and Suki needs some real attention in the grooming department. Oh, there is plenty for me to do apart from the internet...the question is, is it enough or will I find myself once again desperately scanning my email for life away from reality?
Good night and may God keep you safe and warm.
Good morning, Julie! I agree, I've noticed that cyber space has been quiet. It truly is a busy time of year. I would do whatever makes you happy. If spending sometime on the internet today gives you enjoyment, I say engage! I think everyone needs to take a small part of their day for themselves. "My time" is right now. I love the quietness of the house at 5am. I have my coffee and surf the web and usually write my blog at this time. I understand how this time of the year makes you think of your mom. My dad has been on my mind so much lately. How long has your mom been gone?
ReplyDeleteGood morning, Kris! I'm at least here long enough to make sure I don't miss anything of importance.
DeleteMy mom has been gone 4 1/2 years now. It seems like yesterday some days.
I hope you had an enjoyable time this morning over your coffee....I'm having mine now.
May I join you two? lol I am here on the net, having my coffee and trying to decide what I will do today also. I need to run some errands so that will probably win out. Hope both of you have a lovely day, whatever you choose to do....it is your time....enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely Linda, the more the merrier! Have a great day!
DeleteGood morning to you. Love your Christmas winter scene above. I miss the fact that sometimes we do not have snow at this time of the year like when I was growing up but for the last 20 years except for last year we have had some snow for Christmas Eve and Christmas. Just us moving an hour further north seems to have made the difference. Last winter was light snow.
ReplyDeleteI hope you enjoy your day off
Christmas time in many ways has been difficult for me as well living far from my family growing up home and with all the emotions and memories of the Season . This year is the first without my Dad and even though I didn't always get to go up for Christmas it sure tugs at my emotions and I'm sure I will have some tear filled times. I always do anyways.
Glad to have precious memories and look forward to the joys that happen this year. Somewhere between the busy and stress and emotions that Christmas star shines and reminds me of God's love in the form of His Son Jesus..and He shall comfort us all ! Love and prayers
Thank you Cheryl for your words that always encourage.
DeleteHi Julie! I've been missing your blogs, and have just re-subscribed. Not sure what happened!! All this time, I thought you were being quiet! Glad to be connected again. It is easy to get caught up in the computer and all it brings to us, isn't it?! I have to pull myself away frequently, or nothing else would get done. I hope you enjoy your day off!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back, Terri! I missed you!
DeleteHi Julie... for some reason I didn't get your blog post yesterday. I sure hope Google Blogger doesn't start having trouble. I get those same feeling during the Christmas season. My mother had a stroke on Christmas Eve, 1988, at my sister's party, and it still seems like yesterday. She never left the hospital, died on Jan. 18th. The season always brings back those memories. Anyways... we need to keep our minds and hands busy, remembering the reason for the season.
ReplyDeleteIf your online time is quiet, write me an email. I'll get it right away (on my cell phone) and I'll answer. We can chat about anything we feel like.
I hope you're having a nice day. Take care.
Wow Carol, I'm sorry to hear about your mom's stroke at Christmas. It is sad the way difficult memories so easily alter special days. It's ok, it's all part of life. You're right though, we have to remember the reason for the season.
DeleteThank you for staying in touch. Same here, my email is always open for you.
Wow Carol, I'm sorry to hear about your mom's stroke at Christmas. It is sad the way difficult memories so easily alter special days. It's ok, it's all part of life. You're right though, we have to remember the reason for the season.
DeleteThank you for staying in touch. Same here, my email is always open for you.