by vivrant thang on all about me and feeding the music jones
We’re caroling through the night
And this Christmas will be
A very special Christmas for me
My apologies for being away so long. I’ve been hanging out at my other spot, blogging about books and literary news. That’s my other passion and I’ve been missing it.
Anyhow, you all shouldn’t be surprised that this is the title of my Christmas post. You know how I do. Donny will always be the Christmas song king.
Christmas has always been my favorite holiday but I hadn’t been feeling particularly festive this season. As a matter of fact, I had been feeling quite grinch-like. I didn’t decorate my house this year. I only sent out Christmas cards to those that sent them to me…and even that seemed like a chore. I am just pimping out the Myspace digs. What’s the deal you ask?
It’s been a number of things. However, the main issue is that for the first time that I can remember, I won’t be spending Christmas with my family. So that’s taking some getting used to. Actually, I was feeling decidely sorry for myself until I tried to make an appointment with my hair stylist and she told me that her house burned down to the ground a couple of weeks ago. Everyone made it out safely but her family lost everything…and two weeks before Christmas. I felt horrible for her, but she seems in pretty good spirits. Of course, she is just so glad that everyone made it out safely.
Hearing about that really put things in perspective for me. Here I am on vacation from work until the New Year with plans to attend an NBA game, a play, a concert in Philly and who knows what else. There they are trying to piece their lives back together after losing everything. My shit is really not that bad. I need to focus on the reason for the season and not sweat the small stuff. I may not be with my family, but at least I have a family. I am blessed beyond measure and I better be grateful for it because everything can be taken away in a flash.
So things are looking brighter. You should already know what’s helping. Christmas music! I have a few mixed CDs of all the classic Christmas favorites. I’ve also been feeding the music jones by feasting on some RIBS and stalking my brother in soul, T Grundy. He has been blessing us with the “sounds of the season” all month long. Head on over to his spot and satisfy any mood you’re in.
Feeling
He got what you need! Check him out.
I want to wish all my readers a joyous holiday season. If you’re feeling grinch-like, remember your blessings and the reason for the season. If that fails, you can always spike your egg nog. Works for me.
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Uh, oh, she’s stalking me again! (and I couldn’t be happier! {smile}
Happy Holidays to ya, lady! (btw, that spiked eggnog thing works for me too!)
Hey VT!
We can now add “Jazzy” to the above list.
Just posted Christmas mix #6 over on RIBS: “A ‘Jazzy’ Xmas”
Yup, you got a stalker for life! I’m adding the Jazzy mix to the list.
Happy Holidays to you and yours as well!
Happy Holidays!
I see you have some good stuff planned while on vacation. You are correct, everything can be taken away faster than a speeding bullet. The good spirits of your friend is noted.
It was a different kind of Christmas for me this year, probably because I was on my own. There was no hoopla, no decorations, no fancy dinner, no gifts. Just me and Jesus. It wasn’t so bad. 🙂
I did manage to send a few Christmas cards, so I didn’t feel TOO grinch-like. My prayers go out to your hair stylist and her family. Her story uplifts me as well this holiday season.
Merry Christmas Vivrant!
@ Don : Yes, it’s been a good vacay so far. And I knew you would feel me on the “everything can be taken away”
@ B : Yea, I had the same kind of Christmas. I didn’t deal with it quite as well…until the end of the day that is. A friend of mine called me and pulled me out of my funk. So I’m thankful for him and those that care. That’s what the season is all about. Being thankful for what you do have.
Happy Holidays to you as well 🙂
@ vivrant: indeed, I did.
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