"I think that little by little I'll be able,
to solve my problems and survive."
Frida Kahlo
In order to survive the holidays I begin to discern what is necessary and what is not. I dig out my old Santa collection, but leave other packed ornaments for another year. I extract some keepsake silver and linens, but I certainly do not set the table like yesteryear.
The season would not be right without candles which I have strategically placed in each and every room. I have reduced the batches of cookies and brownies down to the most favorite and leave the rest. The freezer holds casseroles to minimize the craziness of holiday gatherings.
The time I have saved is reserved for sitting in my chair with blanket and tea, surveying all of the old pictures available to me. I think of my children and grandchildren; city and country neighbors; and those who have been dear to me. Holidays are like the weather: never the same and forever changing.
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