By our anonymous Man On The Fence
It’s the Holidays!
Holiday time for our family has always been a big deal. Many years ago when my children were small, (and I was still married), my ex-wife and I made great use of our holiday time. Instead of running south and contending with the hoards of irritated travelers, we stayed put… the ultimate ‘staycation.’ I can recall with great affection, hauling in our Christmas tree and setting the presents below, sitting by the fire and decorating ginger bread houses. I remember it like it was yesterday– Christmas morning, our little one’s running down the stairs, still in their pj’s, hair disheveled, smelly breath and smiles beaming across their faces as they opened their presents. I filmed several Christmases’ and took enough photos to assemble a great collection of what our family was like during these happy times. I love to recall these precious memories. That feeling of success in my heart, feeling so fortunate, and having my family all to myself, with no schedules, no school, no interference from outside sources.
For many of us, Holiday time has become a chore and obligation. Some of us save all year to “spoil “ourselves with a trip to warmer climates, and in the process, defeat the purpose of Holiday time. Traveling with little kids is never easy, let alone with all the new security measures at airports and the possibility of weather delays. The long lines at restaurants, the inflated prices, can all make for an agonizing and taxing vacation. I am a big proponent of staying put, as home is very often the best place for a great holiday.
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