Re: Just Can't Get In Gear For Christmas

Eileen in Virginia · ‎08-25-2010

I know how you feel about the decorations! I had planned to decorate the Saturday after Thanksgiving, but DS and I just finished decorating our Christmas tree 10 minutes ago. We had to finish tonight so we wouldn't disturb DH's football games tomorrow. 🙄🙄🙄 I put our wreath on the front door and garland on the outdoor railings this afternoon. Tomorrow I'll finish the indoor decorations while he's watching football in the sunroom. I was getting to the point where decorating for Christmas was starting to stress me out. The fact that we've had temps in the mid-60's this week didn't help put me in the Christmas spirit either.

There are still 21 days until Christmas. Try making a task list spread over the next couple of weeks in priority order. Put a few really easy tasks at the top of the list for each day. This is what I used to do when I was working and felt overwhelmed by all the projects I had. Once I started checking tasks off, I saw that I was making progress and didn't feel so overwhelmed anymore. Good luck and Merry Christmas!

KailaS · ‎03-09-2010

Go easy on yourself. This may be the year that you put a decoration on the door, a few of your favorite decorations in your main room, turn on some Christmas music, and plan your favorite Christmas dessert. You can worry about major decorating next year. Every year does not have to be larger than life with decorations and gifts. Christmas can be peaceful and relaxing some years. And it should nurture you and not just everyone around you.

homedecor1 · ‎03-09-2010

@Sapphiregal

I too was "not motivated", in fact, haven't bought a gift (except for me😉) as yet.

I have way to much in Christmas (and other decor) which is overwhelming just bringing it out. I decided this year "just because I have it doesn't mean I need to use it all".

I picked through the 7+ containers and pared it to what I really liked. I decorated with snowman theme and couple of other things. I put up the 5' tree and added colored lights (it had clear) and looks pretty with no ornaments.

I listed all the excess on FB marketplace and Nextdoor. So far, having good luck getting stuff sold🙂

Roscoe the Rascal · ‎04-19-2016

@QVCkitty1 wrote:
My problem is frustration that it takes me so long to accomplish what I used to do in a day or two.

Reason I start early and takes me longer. I make a list and start checking of the tasks one day at a time. Worked for me this year and I'm all ready. I have to push myself more than I did years ago for sure. But now I can sit back and relax and enjoy.

Carmie · ‎10-25-2010

@Sapphiregal Christmas will come and go, no matter how behind you are. i used to get stressed about it and try to get everything done ahead of time, but never seemed to be done.

I have made my life easier. I don't shop anymore, except for two older ladies. I just give cash or a visa gift card. Everyone was happy about it..even the kids ( we don't have any real little ones)

It is a win-win. Even Giving someone $20 cash is much better than a scarf that will decorate the back of the closet until they donate it.

Hang a wreath on the door and light or turn on a few candles, put your feet up and sip hot chocolate and chill.

Enjoy the season.

Sapphiregal · ‎04-08-2019

So nice to read all of your comments and suggestions! I don't want anyone to think that I don't enjoy Christmas because I do. I guess I just prefer to concentrate on the reason for the season and not get hung up on the commercialization of Christmas. That's what drags me down. Also, twenty years ago my husband and I lost our oldest son, and some years, (not all) I feel a bit sad during the holidays. I guess this is one of those years.

Dogs are God's most perfect creatures. Angels here on earth to teach us to be better humans.

Love my grandkids · ‎11-24-2013

@Sapphiregal As the mom of a son, I am so so sorry for your loss. I know it must be heartbreaking. I agree about the reason for the season and that's why I suggested a charitable donation with an explanation to the recipient. I wish you all the best.

QVCkitty1 · ‎05-23-2015

@Roscoe the Rascal wrote:
@QVCkitty1 wrote:
My problem is frustration that it takes me so long to accomplish what I used to do in a day or two.
Reason I start early and takes me longer. I make a list and start checking of the tasks one day at a time. Worked for me this year and I'm all ready. I have to push myself more than I did years ago for sure. But now I can sit back and relax and enjoy.

@Roscoe the Rascal , I set one goal for each day. If I do more than that fine, but if I reach my goal I'm satisfied. However, I'm old and slow and that is annoying. LOL.

" You are entitled to your opinion. But you are not entitled to your own facts."
Daniel Patrick Moynihan

on the bay · ‎03-09-2010

@Sapphiregal,

There is no greater loss.

I hope that you will see some signs of your son's love and spirit this Christmas, and every day that your heart needs.

A mother's love for her son is forever.

"If you walk the footsteps of a stranger, you'll learn things you never knew. Can you sing with all the voices of the mountains? can you paint with all the colors of the wind?"

Sooner · ‎03-10-2010

I think it's ok to lose the Christmas thing if your life changes. I don't ever expect to have another really festive Christmas.

But as long as I am here with the love of my life, I don't regret, be sad for, or feel let down about that. Life changes and you go with the flow! And what Christmas means to me will never change, and that's the important part.