For many, December 1st begins the formal countdown to Christmas. For those that don't celebrate Christmas, it means something different. To me as an educator, December 1st is definitely a count down.... the count down to our December break!
December 2nd - Holiday Cards
For many years, I had the best of intention to send holiday cards to those I care about. Every year I bought adorable cards and made my list. And every year I was met with disappointment, as no amount of intention helped me complete the task. Now, instead of setting myself up for failure in sending holiday cards, I send notes to friends whenever the moment strikes - whether it's a funny card I see in the store, or I'm just thinking of them.
To
me, December means winter is near. Winter being near means I have a much more palatable excuse for
staying in. Winter means I'm going to have to fight a lot harder to do
the things that generally take little effort, as the darkness is hard
for me. December means we're readying to say farewell to another
year.... whatever that means....
December 4th - How do you experience time in this season?
I don't know what it is about time, but when I want it to pass quickly, it drags on for ages, and when I want it to slow down, it flies by. This season is no different. Take school break, for example. The countdown to the break takes for ever! However, once break arrives? Yup. It flies by.
December 5th - The holiday shopping experience...
.... is so not something I enjoy. There was a time, way back when, that I actually enjoyed the hustle and bustle of the shopping adventure. Now? I much prefer two types of shopping. One, shopping in small, local stores, and two.... shopping in small, local stores, from the comfort of my couch. As long as I give myself proper time to shop, finding the just right gifts isn't as challenging as it once was.
.... is so not something I enjoy. There was a time, way back when, that I actually enjoyed the hustle and bustle of the shopping adventure. Now? I much prefer two types of shopping. One, shopping in small, local stores, and two.... shopping in small, local stores, from the comfort of my couch. As long as I give myself proper time to shop, finding the just right gifts isn't as challenging as it once was.
December 6th - Dear Santa
When I was a kid, my parents always traveled during Christmas. It wasn't a big deal to me, as we celebrated Chanukah. I particularly enjoyed their travels when they left us with a babysitter that DID celebrate Christmas. Cause then, my parents left us little stockings and we had a little extra fun!
December 7th - Wrapping things up!
Oh boy. This is a loaded one. I am wrapped up and surrounded by my own inner chaos. I tend to give away my power rather swiftly, and then get a headache trying to retrieve it. Giving is great, and I love to do so. Getting? Next topic?
December 8th - The miracle of light!Chanukah oh Chanukah... I love the dance of the lights of the menorah. The story of Chanukah is one of my favorites, as well. The festival of lights is a story of hope. I am so thankful for my team, for they help me stay grounded so I am able to accept the light my students bring to my world.
December 9th - Do you believe?
I *think* so. I mean, something has to make the seasons change, and the sun rise, something more than scientific descriptions. Do I believe in my students? Absolutely. Each and every one of them has the potential to change the world. Do I believe in me? Not exactly.... but I do believe my team, and they believe in me....
December 10th - Family....
Family is what you make it. My family.... they broke the mold, that's for sure. I know that people often say that if we were to put all our cards out on the table, and had the chance to choose someone else's cards, we'd still choose our own, because they are what we know. I'm not sure what I think about that.
December 11th - Finding light through the darkness...
Truthfully, this is a very dark time of year for me. I rely on the light that comes from my team to lead me through the darkness. I rely on the light from my students to brighten my world during the dark of winter. Oh, and I rely on snow days for the unscheduled relief they bring!
December 12th - Looking inward
The light in my heart shines today because there are people in my world that remind me of my purpose.... that remind me that I do matter.... that I do make a difference.... they reflect to me the light that I can not see, similar to the way the moon reflects the light of the sun. Inside me, they see something that I can't yet see, instead I follow their light, holding on to the hope that one day, I'll find my own.
December 10th - Family....
Family is what you make it. My family.... they broke the mold, that's for sure. I know that people often say that if we were to put all our cards out on the table, and had the chance to choose someone else's cards, we'd still choose our own, because they are what we know. I'm not sure what I think about that.
December 11th - Finding light through the darkness...
Truthfully, this is a very dark time of year for me. I rely on the light that comes from my team to lead me through the darkness. I rely on the light from my students to brighten my world during the dark of winter. Oh, and I rely on snow days for the unscheduled relief they bring!
December 12th - Looking inward
The light in my heart shines today because there are people in my world that remind me of my purpose.... that remind me that I do matter.... that I do make a difference.... they reflect to me the light that I can not see, similar to the way the moon reflects the light of the sun. Inside me, they see something that I can't yet see, instead I follow their light, holding on to the hope that one day, I'll find my own.
What a beautiful post. May the blessings of the season be upon you.
ReplyDeleteThank you Alicia! Special days during the season to you too!
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