Despite putting up my Christmas tree, it still does not "feel" like Christmas to me yet. I won't be singing for any Christmas programs this year, although I recorded a song for Hawkins UMC a couple of months back to be used during the season if it was needed. It looks like this Sunday will be that time as most United Methodist churches are suspending in-person worship due to rapidly increasing COVID-19 numbers.
My mama will be gone 30 years this Christmas night. Sometimes it seems like it has not been nearly as long. Sometimes it seems longer. I still miss her, but I think she would be proud of who I have become since then.
If I see you in the grocery store or CVS and don't recognize you, please do not be offended! I did not realize how much I identify people by their smiles until masks were being almost universally worn. Two people had to tell me who they were in CVS last week! And I have known them both for years! Am I the only one who has this problem? Anyway, if I don't recognize you, tell me who you are so I can say hello and Merry Christmas.
If someone had told me that I would not go out of the house wearing anything but a little eyebrow gel this time last year, I wouldn't have believed them.I have saved quite a bit on makeup this year for sure. I don't wear tons at any time, but why put makeup on when wearing a mask everywhere? Half of my wrinkles are covered up. I'll take it.
I think I need to leave some of my Facebook groups. Seriously, I am getting to where I can't always remember every rule for every group! My poor fuzzy brain just can't keep up any more.
When I am asked what I want for Christmas, the first thing that comes to mind is the vaccine for COVID-19! Seriously! The sooner we can get inoculated against this beast, the sooner life will return to some semblance of normal. Other than the health and happiness of my family and friends, I really don't want or need much.
And for those of you who are missing a loved one this Christmas, here is a big (virtual) hug for you! (((Hugs)))
I hope everyone can find some moments of peace and joy despite the craziness that has been 2020.
Stay safe, everyone.