It happens every year. I go go go until something gives. I get sick. I forget to pay a bill. I lose a child in the mall. I cuss out nasty sales clerks in what I believe is my quiet voice. You’d think I’d learn.
Today I had a wonderful opportunity (after teaching my morning class and then an hour of yoga where I actually fell asleep with drool and all during the relaxation period), to come home and take a nap. I needed it after staying up too late last night watching Dexter. (Can we say holy shit?! God, I love that show!) But no…
I cooked for the Jazzercise potluck tonight. I wrapped presents. I addressed Christmas cards. I practiced a few routines. And then I went back to another class this evening.
That’s not even really bad. Let me just tell you that as of Friday, I will have 3 teenage boys living here for 10 days. And what else did I do? I invited everyone here – to my house – for Christmas. Yes, e.v.e.r.y.o.n.e. Even the ones I’ve told you about and called bad names. They are all coming.
Damn that holiday spirit. It sure turns me into a yes girl. Heh…don’t tell my husband, okay?
Unlike my husband, I’m not a nap taker – even if I’m close to exhaustion.
What about you? And are you sending me a Christmas card or what?
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I too am a Dexter fan!! How is this season going to end? I can’t stand the suspense!!!
anyway, I also have a hubby that is a big nap-taker. Mainly because he is usually soooooo exhausted after watching the kids for an hour. (sigh)
3 teenage boys for 10 days? Ouch! good luck!!!
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I was cooking along and now I’m wondering if I’m going to get it all done.
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I still don’t have my tree up. Don’t know when I will. And I’m trying not to stress about it. And everyone will most likely come to my house. We’ll see how they behave this weekend at my cousin’s graduation party. If they make it out alive, I’ll be amazed. Because I may go all Dexter on them. Who knew serial killers could be so hot???
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Nothing keeps me awake better than attempting to take a nap. I have een known to fall asleep unintentionally, ut scheduled naps just don’t happen for me. Besdes, there will be no sleeping betwen now and Christmas.
The word NO is okay to use in December… Just so’s you know…
Sorry I missed the pot luck. I was doing a fundraiser for the ballet studio and I didn’t finish until after 7. Then she took me out and we split a bottle of yummy French wine and salmon with capers.
See you sometime, I hope….
xo
LBC
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You’ve got that holiday spirit! Good for you! Not there yet here… sick boy is slowing down the festivities.
Not much of a napper here, though I like to close my eyes for 15-20 min & just rest to rejuvenate. I’ll send you a card! Just say where to send.
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If I were sending Christmas cards, you would totally be on the list.
Instead, I am mastering the It’s The Thought That Counts, Right? philosophy this year. :-)
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Who me? Nope, I don’t do Christmas cards. Don’t take it personally though.
So, Dexter is THAT good, hey? We just got Showtime a couple weeks ago because we watched Weeds in a marathon-like fashion, all three seasons in a matter of days. Now we are trying to find something else to occupy our time. Should I start with season 1 of Dexter?
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Wishing you the best.
Take notes of all of the events so we can enjoy them with you here in blogland!
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I’m sure you will have a wonderful time and be very happy that you did this. Think of the smiles and good memories and forget the rest.
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“even the ones you call bad names” LOL! Love it, and I had to comment (my first visit)
I’m a HUGE Dexter fan, and holy shit is RIGHT! The season finale is going to be AMAZING!
Wow, and here I thought Dexter was a cartoon show.
One night last week I did my prenatal yoga video when all was quiet. I remember about 30 seconds of the relaxation exercises and then woke up an hour later on my yoga mat.
Normally, everyone, their ex-spouse, and their new girlfriend/boyfriend, comes to our house for the holidays. This year, I decided to not be a yes person. We are escaping to the mountains…by ourselves.
And then next year everything will be back to its dysfunctional normaL again.
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I LUV ME SOME NAPS.
And yes, I am sending you a Christmas card.
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I’m such a sucker for Dexter – and saying ‘yes’ too.
Take care of yourself, and try to find a little more slobber/sleepy time, will ya?
I know it’s a fantasy, but I encourage it wherever I go.
What is it with the Christmas period that turns us into “yes” girls?! Seriously, it does it to me too! Yes, I’ll cook Christmas dinner. Yes, you can stay at my house (nevermind that an extra six people cannot possibly fit into the one guest room we have!).
I guess you’ve just got to laugh. Cause otherwise you’d cry!
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We never learn, do we?
Slow it down, girl…or I’ll have to send over some spiked egg nog.
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Sounds exhausting but imagine trying to get ready for Christmas while writing a final paper for grad school and trying (and trying is the key word) to teach 25 kids when all they want to do is think about Christmas? This is a wonderful and stressful time of year.
Did I mention planning a wedding?
Can’t wait to relax with you on Christmas. We will make it all work, with e.v.e.r.y.o.n.e. You are so brave!
The other day, I was reading a book while my son took his afternoon nap and next thing I know I WAKE UP 2 hours later when my husband called to tell me he was on his way home…
It was already dark out, so my son had been sitting in his crib, in the dark screaming for me for at least a hour. I felt like a terrible mom.
I blame Christmas exhaustion, as well.
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