Christmas excitement is in the air.
Want to share some winter wonderland pictures to all first before carrying on with my holiday wishes and thoughts. LOL you will find pictures below.
These recent pictures very much depict the seasonal feel here on our hill top. Even though much of our winter season is grey and sadly lacks the wonderful sunshine but we find ways of keeping busy with daily chores and crafting.
Today is the day before a special holiday known around our world as Christmas day. Different traditions mark today as the beginning of the holiday season (or not). Over the years my family had our own traditions. We were often found, as kids, being given an opportunity to pick one gift under the Christmas tree to open. Picture myself and my twin sisters excitement as we reached in for that special something, which was always labeled Christmas Eve Gift from Santa. Interesting as children how we were amazed by these presents every year being jammies, how did santa know how much we loved new PJ's. It is now years later and this special family tradition is still very much apart of who we are today, with one change, I am now part of a brand new family that I share with my best friend and partner. There are new daughters and grandkids, son-in-laws, friends, dogs, cats and oh so much more. I do feel very blessed.
What we share here in this our brand new home province of British Columbia are serendipity surprises that are full of non material treasures. Of course my childhood traditions changed somewhat during my time when I moved away from home and began my own family. But even though my location has changed as well as my partner we share a common thread of each of our own holiday joys and traditions and I look forward to all the new and different ways they all have in celebration of December 24th. and 25th.
As I write about these memories filled with fondness I am also feeling a surge of sadness due to the loss of some family members. Mom and Dad you are missed durIng this time of year, love you forever. Thank you for the many years of special holiday memories. Also feel the distance between my daughter and her husband during this time. Cam and Jill know that you are loved by us always, have a super special Christmas. One more shout out to all family and friends both long time and brand new we wish you happiness and joy throughout this season.
May all your hopes,dreams and wishes come true! We so look forward to sharing of more new and old from the inside of our brand new Earthship home Pavo Natura next year.
PEACE OUT!!! Patty J. and Kurtsie
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| Surreal winter sunrise. |
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| Almost a white out but oh so magical! |
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| This is one of my happy places. |
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| Gorgeous! |
