Christmas is upon us

As Christmas draws nearer, I think back on the year. Taking the time once a month to write a small contribution came to a halt. The year has been long, and had many complications. And so as I reflect, I come up with a plan of action for things to accomplish in the new year.Continue

Pandemic Annoyances

In my life, there have been times where I have had restrictions. Times where I have not left the house for long periods of time. Times where I have been isolated. This has given me a slight advantage when dealing with this pandemic. It has meant that my anxiety stayed low, I was not ‘freakingContinue

Christmas Eve

From my community to yours – Merry Christmas.    All the best for a happy and healthy 2020, Chloe xoxo  

Merry Christmas

For those both enjoying and dreading it, I send only good wishes. May this year end on a positive and may 2019 be the year that you can say, “This is my year” and mean it. C xoxo ( http://www.lovethispic.com/image/222462/merry-christmas-from-my-house-to-yours )  

This is Tradition

…and in the darkness, stood a Christmas tree. The lights from each branch reflected in the eyes of those gathered. The evening was still and calm, and as more people approached, a lull met the atmosphere. The voices of children rose as they gained their confidence. Teachers stood by their side, encouraging, coaching, arms conductingContinue

Trees

It is 1998, the house is warm – it smells like homemade pastries. Across the room, a family is gathered. 2 ft tall, green branches reach out. “Do you want to place these chocolates on, sweetheart?” She asks with a soft smile. They sit on the floor giving careful consideration of what gets placed where.Continue

Everywhere

There are carols …everywhere. There are trees, with bows and bright, bright lights. I am not ready yet …never ready yet. There is that feeling in the air, it is here. An empty chair, two of them …empty arms. The lights are there, harsh and blinding, a watery perspective. There is cheer …everywhere. JustMe.