Christmas Eve during the day feels chill. I have been counting down the days until Christmas break from work and school for weeks. I am blessed to say that this countdown has been worth it. The hours seem to have been moving slower this morning. The air feels lighter and less chill, but the fog seems to be cradling the area. The sounds of the busy highway carries a quiet sense of anticipation. There seems to be this in-between, but not yet the celebration, but full of meaning all the same vibe.
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Today is about staying in after having holiday shopping completed. Straightening up the apartment. Disinfecting. Setting things in place, and letting the space feel warm and intentional is on the to-do list. There is comfort in knowing that what matters most is not how much gets done, but how calm the day feels while doing it. Therefore, I will sit back and stay off my feet as much as possible today.
I am still learning to let this season be simple. No rushing, no overthinking, no heavy reflecting on how my life used to feel this time of the year when I was not where I am today. Instead, I have journaled about being thankful for both of my children, their presence, and overall gratitude. I am also thankful for the awareness that being here steady and grounded is enough.
As the day unfolds, I am holding space for joy without questioning it. I will let excitement rise naturally. I am also welcoming to letting peace stay where it is. There is beauty in the waiting. Waiting, in the quiet moments before the night arrives.
Christmas Eve does not need to have a ribbon of plans knitted into events to be meaningful. If you ask me, the most special part is the thrill of the day itself is having good intentions to smile regardless.
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