Busy Time of Year

This is such a busy time of year, and I have so much to do. There is no tree up in the house, the shopping is not done, the wrapping isn't even started, and I am running out of time...

Each year I tell myself to start earlier, plan better, finish sooner. Each year I still push things to the last minute. I had plans to do so much last weekend, but I was sidelined with a migraine that ended up being the beginning of a wretched sinus infection. I was able to get to the doctor quickly, and started antibiotics, so now I am left with a nasty cough trying to expel the infection that ended up in my lungs. Eewww.

On a brighter note, vacation starts tomorrow at 4:30 for me, and 3:30 for Rob. We will actually have Christmas week to enjoy and spend with family (and finish preparing). I probably won't have time to add anything until after the holidays, so Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Shopping

I really, really, really, don't like shopping. While I enjoy the idea of gift giving, shopping drives me bananas. I took some leave from work today to do some shopping, and I got a lot done. I still need to do a bit, but I made some great progress. I have completed buying for Rob, stocking and all. I have also almost completed the nieces and nephews, with 9/10 done. I wish I loved shopping more. I was able to do a bit on line this year, too. That is much more enjoyable than actually going to the store, but I still do not like shopping!

Thanksgiving is Over

And so, Thanksgiving is over. We had a wonderful dinner with Rob's parents and his side of the family. It was wonderful to see everyone, since we do not get to see Rob's cousins and aunt very often.

Now it is time to start preparing for Christmas. Rob and I actually did a little online shopping yesterday, but we have to get into overdrive now. Those 10 nieces and nephews will hopefully all be here for Christmas, and I can't wait to see everyone.