on the second day of christmas countdown

I have begun thinking about christmas.

Lights have been hung outside the house. Many dollars were spent at Costco. The first few presents have been bought.

I will make this a good christmas.

I will ignore my husband when he is grumpy and christmas day.

I will not spend too much money.

I will teach my children that this holiday is about more than stuff. It is about love and family and special moments. Shiny lights. And, perhaps, snow that lasts till christmas.