It’s December and I have opted out of the Holidays

I am opting out this season and I could not be happier about it.

The Holidays are a magical time of year for so many people and they have been for my family for many years. But, the truth of the matter for us at this point in life is, it’s a reminder of everything we have lost. In 2020 we lost my Dad who was the usual place to go this time of year and almost 2 years ago, we lost my son. So, as you can imagine, there are some feelings happening. So, I talked with my other 2 kids and asked them if they wanna get outta here for Christmas and they both said yes!

So we are headed to Costa Rica this season and I could not be happier about it. This is the first time we will all be out of the country together in a few years. We have rented a few air b&b’s and are ready for an adventure.

I love to hear of the magic that others feel and have during the Holidays. But, I also love that I am comfortable enough to say “it is not for me” at this point in my life.

I know not everyone can just leave the country or sometimes even the town during this time of year. But where ever you are and how ever you feel, I hope you do what feels best for you during this time. And, if that means putting up all the decorations and going to every event, have a wonderful time!

And on the other end of things, if that means shutting out the world and hanging out on the couch with takeout, I hope you catch up on some needed sleep and shows.

Either way, I wish you a wonderful and warm December.