The Magic of Christmas

When did the magic of Christmas disappear? For the past couple of years Christmas has become more stressful than magical. I blame growing up. Now instead of waiting patiently in line to see Santa with my wish list in hand, I wait not so patiently in line to see a cash register with my credit card in hand. Christmas has become a stress-filled holiday that can't be enjoyed anymore because I am too worried about what to buy my family and friends and how I am going to afford it.

This weekend I helped with Breakfast with Santa. It is an event for kids in Carrollton where they come and eat breakfast and get their picture taken with Santa. They also get to make several art projects and decorate cupcakes. These kids where so excited that it was getting close to Christmas and were telling me all about what presents they wanted. I remember getting that excited when I was a little kid. I kind of miss those days right now.

Definitely need to remember to take a breath this holiday season and not worry so much about what to give people or how much money I'm spending.

~Kels

Growing Up

I received a phone call two days ago that changed my perspective on some issues. As to what the content of that call entailed, you will find out in due time, but it brought up the subject of growing up.

Over the last five years, I have grown up slowly. I still have my moments where I feel like I'm sixteen and the party that weekend is the highlight of my week. I don't feel comfortable drinking a glass of wine in front of my dad, even if I have been legally able to for over a year now.

There are other times when I feel as if my childhood is a distant memory. When I babysit and the kids tell me about the tv shows they watch or the games they play, oftentimes I am completely at a loss. Or if I have some free time I would rather take a nap then go out and do something.

The entire point is that I have had the luxury of fluctuating between childhood and adulthood. I realize now that that is in fact a privilege and it should be treasured. So all of you in you guys in your early twenties, embrace this in-between phase. Yes it is a confusing and stressful time, but it is meant to be enjoyed.

Getting Ready

So I'm gearing up for my first European vacation. I only have two more days
before I board a flight from Atlanta to Copenhagen. I'm a little nervous about
the flight, I'm not scared of flying just scared of getting bored on a 12 hour
flight! I am going to try and update as much as I can while I'm there so bare
with me.