Only 38 days left!

Today I went into the store to get a couple of things, and Christmas was everywhere. I made a comment to Melissa about the Christmas music playing already and one of the store employees came around the corner and said, "Yeah, we've been listening to it for three weeks already. We like to mix Christmas with Halloween." I chuckled and went on my way. Then I got to the cash register and there was a sign that said, only 38 days until Christmas. They weren't trying to push anything were they?

I came home, and thought a little more about it, trying not to stress myself out. No, I am not usually one of you who start Christmas in July! I have to be in the mood, and it hasn't happened yet. I am still trying to process the fact that I have to work again! Yep, I'm a baby!

Anyway, why does it have to be that Christmas being close brings stress? It shouldn't! This is the most beautiful time of year, a time to celebrate the greatest birth, and celebrate all that Christ has given us. Oh, how I wish I were brave enough, to let go of the gift stuff, and just enjoy the season that it was meant to be. I hate being pressured to buy 5 gifts for one kid and trying to figure out what else to buy another because we all know they count gifts under the tree, right? I would love a Christmas, with family, friends and feeling the love of our Savior. Isn't that enough? Who wants another pair of ugly socks, or a bottle of cheap lotion? Serve others, and let that be the gift to yourself. It's the best kind! Where happiness can always be found!

Savor the Savior! Enjoy our family, friends, and the wonderful gift of the Gospel!