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KatieT
Member
9 years ago

Christmas Cheer

I've been a bit depressed lately and haven't been motivated to do much.  Some horrible tests ahead and nothing every seems to turn out right - we all know that feeling. Life seems miserable.

So I decided Christmas cheer was in order.  We haven't made a big thing of Christmas in the past but now it seems like a wonderful reason to go and buy a beautiful new tree (did that yesterday) and have lots of fun with decorations and pretty things.  We don't do expensive presents but I still had fun thinking about small things for my children and some Christmas frills around the house. Family things seem more important than ever. 

Last night I sat and watched the lights on the tree twinkling and smiled.  Small moments are important these days.  

I found a web page with some lovely craft ideas for tree dangles.  You might like it too. 
http://www.faithtap.com/4909/nothing-cookie-cutter-about-these-christmas-ornaments/
  • melclarity's avatar
    melclarity
    Member
    9 years ago
    @KatieT

    That sounds so wonderful!! I totally agree with you, amazing isnt it how the simplest of things warm your heart and make you smile. Thats me too these days!! I too bought a new tree!! LOL funny that!!! and feel like making a fuss this year and enjoy being together.

    Thanks for sharing!!! Goodness knows, we are all going through a horrendous amount of things all the time, so its nice to deviate and let go of the frustration and sadness that we face and find joy if for but a moment.
    Hugs Melinda xo
  • adean's avatar
    adean
    Member
    9 years ago
    It must be contagious l too bought new decorations all pink of course. enjoy your lights thete is something magical about a sparkly xmas tree. xxxx
  • onemargie's avatar
    onemargie
    Member
    9 years ago
    melclarity said:
    @KatieT

    That sounds so wonderful!! I totally agree with you, amazing isnt it how the simplest of things warm your heart and make you smile. Thats me too these days!! I too bought a new tree!! LOL funny that!!! and feel like making a fuss this year and enjoy being together.

    Thanks for sharing!!! Goodness knows, we are all going through a horrendous amount of things all the time, so its nice to deviate and let go of the frustration and sadness that we face and find joy if for but a moment.
    Hugs Melinda xo

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    onemargie
    Member
    9 years ago
    Hey there ladies I've not made a big deal about Xmas before either but I just had my other boob off today as a preventative and have even more reason to celebrate mine too is going to have a pink and silver theme we should all post pics of our trees
  • InkPetal's avatar
    InkPetal
    Member
    9 years ago
    There's no room in our house this year because inner city living shoebox style doesn't permit my having a work desk AND festive decor. I'd given up and I've felt much the same way. But yesterday while I was shopping I saw the homewares shops going nuts with Christmas accessories. I was so happy to see it all that I was invigorated and grabbed a couple of glittery stems to go in the fake flower tubs I have put up to stop the cats getting behind the television :lol: It's silly but it's something and it does MAKE ME SMILE when I look at it and that's the whole point. Any tiny glimmer of happiness, whether it's "silly" or not. Grab it at every opportunity!

    Thank you for your post.
  • Cosette's avatar
    Cosette
    Member
    9 years ago
    Do you have any wall space, @InkPetal? You could do something like this: http://bit.ly/2gGWCIk
  • onemargie's avatar
    onemargie
    Member
    9 years ago

    Had my other boob off monday arvo went home yesterday morning and this is what I did to take my mind off my surgery
  • rowdy's avatar
    rowdy
    Member
    9 years ago
    Hi ladies I'm a carer in the community and today i chatted with the girls I work with and have decided to put together a calender for a special client. We are all going to take a photo of ourselves with our animals and pu it together to give to her as a christmas gift from all her carers. I have also brought here one of those annoying toys that sings merry christmas and  some flashing lights I will put up tomorrow. Christmas is a time to celebrate life