Ok, admit it, you laughed.
The holidays are always so busy and stressful for everyone, but I really had no idea how exhausting getting ready for Christmas could be. I usually give it 110%, but honestly the last 4+ months have really taken a toll on me. I'm happy to have something other than my health to concentrate on and Christmas is my absolute most favorite time of year. I'm not running on even close to all cylinders physically or mentally though (no matter how much I pretend), so trying to stay on top of my game and give my family the Christmas they're used to is a challenge.
Like a lot of other moms and dads, I've attended school Christmas programs, made our house cozy and festive with decorations and a Christmas tree (and lights outside thanks to Hubby and J), sent out (50!) Christmas cards and spent a lot of time trying to come up with just the right Christmas gifts for the people on my list (thank you online shopping). But unlike most moms and dads, I've had to do it all while struggling through the cumulative effects of eight chemo treatments and also preparing for major surgery. I think I win this round - cancer can kiss my ass!
While I'm busy high-fiving myself over here, I know there are many, many people out there who are worse off than me so I continue to count my blessings. My house is filled with the magic of Christmas (including a crazy elf on a shelf), I love and am loved, and I'm on my way to winning my fight. Life is beautiful.
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