My family and my husband's family all live in the same city- the city we live in... And between the two of us we have three sets of grandparents still celebrating with us. So, our December is full of family gatherings, friend gatherings, and trying to balance that with all the stuff we find important to do with our kids and as an individual family. We usually celebrate Christmas seven times between Christmas Eve and Christmas. This year two of those celebrations have been spread out a bit. Don't get me wrong, I am thankful to have family close...
In the midst of fun, and really enjoying family, it can still be quite challenging at times to find balance. And to be honest I don't think we have. Sometimes I feel like December ends leaving me tired and like we didn't actually celebrate together. I think sometimes we need to be selfish and say no and just take some time as an individual family. We are going to be working on this in the next year or so. I don't want to run my kids so ragged that they don't get to even play with their Christmas presents or focus on the true meaning of Christmas.
I will enjoy this month and look for moments to slow down and enjoy the moments with my husband and three kids.
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So true Courtney. It's ironic that during a time of trying to focus on family, renewal and those things that are important in life, we end up getting frazzled, busy and exhausted. Let me know when you find that secret formula for balance! :)
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