In the past we have gotten a real tree for Christmas but about three years ago I decided on a good looking artificial tree. I decided on that because it was tall and narrow and didn't occupy much space; I got many compliments on the tree as many thought it was real. This year however, trying my hardest to accept that summer is gone and Christmas is just a mere two weeks away, I decided to get a real tree once again to harvest the spirit of Christmas. Upon going to the local shop and searching for the perfect tree for this Christmas, I proudly brought it home, cut the base about an inch or so and stood it in the tree stand. As I stood back to admire it I burst out laughing at its perfect shape and limited height. Five feet sounds tall to me whom just stands at 5'3" - add a stand and it should be great right? Not so much. So, we have come to an agreement to build a 10" platform for our pretty little tree to stand upon for all to see from the room. The thought of my artificial skinny tree, and my real but short tree opened my eyes to how I must feel about the Christmas celebration. I think that instead of the season being happy and joyous with friends and family it has become tense and uncomfortable in our family for some unnecessary reason; and so my Christmas trees display that. I would love to get back to what Christmas truly is and celebrate as we should. We should be happy we have each other, happy we are here to celebrate another Christmas together and happy to share our time and joy with everyone without judgement, without excuses, without bitterness and with open arms. Being thankful, showing and giving love, friendship, appreciation for life and eternal life is what Christmas and every day of the year is about. Harvest kindness, joy and love - start now.
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My name is Dawn. I'm nutritional & lifestyle coach, hairstylist, home cook, writer, blogger, mother, friend. Archives
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