The AFTERMATH: Christmas Chaos..PART ONE

Wow.

This year was CRAZY.

We attended SIX Christmas parties. Six.

I don’t know if we normally have six or not, but this year…THAT seemed like A LOT.

My child is beyond spoiled. It’s ridiculous. But, I am extremely blessed and thankful that there are so many people out there that love my child.

It’s truly AMAZING to experience Christmas through my son’s eyes. It gives a WHOLE new meaning to how much I really enjoy the holidays.

The stuff..Well, it’s just that…stuff, to us. I love spending time with my family, making memories, and most of all…laughing. It’s what we do best.

Now, it’s over. It’s time to put away all of the Christmas décor and prepare for a whole new year.

2012.

I see great things in store for my life and I am looking forward to all of it.

I will be 25 years old in 2012.

25.

That’s insane to me.

I will have a 5 year old in 2012.

That’s even MORE insane to me.

It’s time to make my life complete. It’s time to make great things happen FOR MYSELF…and my little family.

It’s time for new, exciting things…for me.

I couldn’t be any happier than I am right now.

That’s the truth.

I am blessed. And, I am happy.

RESOLUTIONS? I’ve got TOO many.

Look for them in 2012. See you then.

Happy 2011...{Merry CHRISTMAS!}

Have you ever just needed to take a five second break, throw your face into a pillow, and scream?

Welcome to my world.

For the past week, I have wanted to do this daily.
Maybe it is the stress of rushing to get everything done before Christmas..Hmm.
OR maybe it's the fact that some people are DRIVING ME CRAZY.
Or maybe I am just extremely overwhelmed combined with the two mentioned above.
Yep. That's it.


I work incredibly hard EVERY YEAR to make my child's Christmas the best it can be.
I have traditions that I want to continue each year (and I will—no matter WHAT!)
My little family has a certain way of doing things & we like it that way.
Well, it's been a struggle the past few years.
I'm tired.
I am annoyed.
And, I need to breathe.
That's it.
I need people to magically...GET IT.
They don't.

I love Christmas. It’s my absolute favorite time of year. BUT, it makes the crazy in everyone come out.

I just want to RELAX, eat some delicious food, open presents with my child, and kiss my little family.

THAT’S IT. I don’t want the drama of THIS OR THAT. I don’t want the people that ruin it for everyone to do that yet again this year. I just want everyone to CHILL OUT and enjoy the time they get to spend with their family.

I’m praying for peace. Just peace, all around. And a very MERRY CHRISTMAS.

This year, we have decided to do SANTA…well, just the three of us. We haven’t done this since Canyon was born. We always have both sets of grandparents there to witness everything.

This year, we are going to try something NEW. We’ll still have our parents there AFTER we do Santa as a family…to see what Canyon got for Christmas, etc.

But, I have to admit, I am pretty excited about this. I guess we’ll see how it goes.




FIVE MORE DAYS.

On a much lighter (and less venting) note, I cannot wait for my VERY handsome four-year-old’s Christmas play this week. We’ve been practicing all his songs for about a week now and the word confusion is PRICELESS.

It should definitely be entertaining. :)

AND, we are taking him to see Phineas and FERB…which I cannot wait for.

The kid LOVES the show and well, so do Dale and I.

This is the last BLOG of 2011.

I’ll return with some crazy stories. That I am completely sure of. And, also with my VERY MERRY controversial blog that you people are patiently waiting for.

It’s a winner.

Dear Readers,

MERRY CHRISTMAS.

Please remember the real reason for Christmas and celebrate baby Jesus. Without him, my life wouldn’t be as blessed as it is and I am truly BEYOND thankful for everything in my life.

I hope that NO MATTER WHAT crazy family drama YOU have going on this holiday season, you can put it aside and remember that it’s really not worth it.

If you have children, make Christmas special for them. Start a family tradition.

Canyon loves our traditions and I plan to continue them for as long as my child(ren) will let me.

I cannot wait until 2012. SOOOO many wonderful things going on in my life next year.

I look forward to sharing my journey with all of you.

Love,

B

Ho Ho Ho.

Christmas is sneaking up on me. Only 15 more days.
AND I still have A LOT of shopping to do.
Not to mention, this dang ELF is taking a toll on me. Lol
I think I started too early. Next year, we aren't breaking him out until 2 weeks before Christmas.

Lately, my life consists of: Work, editing pictures, being mommy.
Hmm.
I am the MASTER of multitasking. I swear, I am.
Last night...for instance...I edited the CRAP out of three sessions, snuggled with Canyon, made smores, watched Beauty and the Beast, and did laundry.
Thank GOD for that coffee.

I am at a loss this year as to what to get Canyon for Christmas.
I got thim several presents already...but all the kid says he wants is a remote control car.
WHICH I THINK ARE A COMPLETE WASTE OF MONEY.
At least for us.
We have it for a day, maybe two...then, it's destroyed.
So, I am trying to figure out how to get him away from that idea and hooked on something else.
So far, not working.
I dropped him off at school on Wednesday and outside his classroom all of the children have their Santa lists posted. Yep, Canyon=Remote Control Car.
Damn.

I mentioned last week that I would be writing a controversial blog. It's coming. Be patient.


**Sidenote, I am exhausted. P90x is kicking my butt...but...it's worth it.**

Now, for all you momma's out there...
Here's what I want to know...
What are your favorite HOLIDAY FAMILY TRADITIONS.
If you are interested in participating in a contest to win a FREE PRIZE.
Email me @ bhutchinson401@gmail.com with your best tradition.

A winner will be announced in January.

Love, peace, and lots of candy.
<3 B