It’s clear and 32 degrees here. Not the blizzard that I know some people across the country are expecting, but chilly nonetheless. Starbuck’s Christmas blend is brewing in the kitchen, the fireplace is glowing, as is the tree of course. I’m thrilled because I think it’s one of the prettiest trees we’ve had in years.

Christmas music is playing, it’s the huge family playlist with everything from Bing Crosby and Amy Grant to Harry Connick Jr. and Brian Setzer Orchestra and lots of things in between including Elvis and The Carpenters, of course. December has come and nearly gone once again and it amazes me how this month seems to fly by much faster than most.

I think we’ve watched National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation about six times this month. White Christmas has made a few trips through the DVD player, too. I think I’ll put in Scrooged soon because I only recall seeing it once this month.

Lots of things to finish today, lots of loose ends to tie up, presents to wrap, cookies to bake, and all that food to prep for tomorrow. I’m savoring my last moments of “quiet.”

I hope you are safe and warm, I hope your home is filled with love and laughter, and I hope you have the merriest of Christmases yet.

Much love to you and yours.

Merry Christmas!