Monday, December 12, 2011

Quiet Christmas Moments


-201 : a very sir tom christmas
Originally uploaded by kitkatherine

This is a busy season, duh!
That is why I savor quiet moments interspersed among the gift buying, wrapping, mailing, decorating and other bustling about.
Things I savor include:
A good book, like ones by Jan Karon.
Tea or coffee. Constant Comment tea has a clove Christmasy scent.
Keep a roll of quarters in your car so your kids can put quarters in the Salvation Army kettles.
Enjoy eating a candy cane.
Enjoy the moment like this guinea pig looks like it is doing.

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20 comments:

  1. Blessed SerendipityDecember 12, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Ahh savoring all the sights, sounds and true meaning of Christmas is what it is all about. Your little guy is really cute.

    xo,
    Danielle

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  2. The Polka Dot ClosetDecember 12, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    You are soo right we should enjoy the moments instead of rushing through, I love the idea to keep quarter for the kettles!

    Carol

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  3. Rosaria WilliamsDecember 12, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Staying calm is a real gift at this time. Happy Holidays, Terra.

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  4. My Grama's SoulDecember 12, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    My quarters are ready!!! Love your little guy....we once had one....her name was "Bubbles". (O:

    xo

    Jo

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  5. farmladyDecember 12, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Instead of a list of things to do, you have given us a list of things that make the season bright. Thank you for this.
    I too love the idea of keeping a roll of quarters handy for special kettles. Very nice idea.
    I will slow down and try to enjoy the holiday more.

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  6. Chatty CroneDecember 12, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    I'm having a cup of coffee right now. sandie

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  7. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    I love Jan Karon, too! Have a very Merry Christmas

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  8. ConnieDecember 12, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Sweet picture and post. Yes, enjoy those moments while you can.

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  9. AnnDecember 12, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Adorable quiet moment, I think I need that. Finishing up outfits for the Christmas Program this weekend.
    Ann

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  10. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Fabulous savoring, my friend ... & YES!! keep those Salvation Kettles jingling with those coins.

    Merry Christmas
    TTFN ~
    Hugs,
    Marydon

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  11. AmritaDecember 12, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    Wishing you a lovely Advent season

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  12. SueDecember 13, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    We should all take time out of this hustle and bustle time to reflect. Why don't we?! Ok, today I clean house and stay away from Christmas trees! LOL

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  13. God Is Enthralled By Your BeautyDecember 13, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Your blog is beautiful! I found you at Debby's place, Heavenly Humor, as you commented on her post...

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  14. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    My middle son emptied his OWN pocket in the red kettle this year. It was a proud moment.

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  15. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)December 13, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    I just love to soak in every ounce of Christmas I can.

    I crammed in all my decorating, shoppin', candy makin', card mailin' and wrappin' last week so I could really enjoy the season.

    God bless ya and have a most beautiful day sweetie!

    Enjoy your blessings my friend :o)

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  16. DebbieDecember 14, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    An Amen to these from me. I am trying to savor the season too.

    You should link this to a little Christmas meme on Fridays at Blue Skies.

    http://alittlebluesky.blogspot.com/

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  17. MelindaDecember 14, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Theses are nice times--when all is quiet and you can hear yourself think!

    Thanks for stopping by Dreaming--come by again soon!

    Melinda

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  18. AnonymousDecember 14, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    Very good suggestions. The Constant Comment tea sounds wonderful.
    Love your sweet little guinea pig. I had guinea pigs as a child...they are so cute : )

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  19. VeeDecember 14, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Oh I'm happy to say that I do all those tips, except one. I don't often eat a candy cane. Do caramels count? I enjoyed some holiday peppermint tea today and really enjoyed it.

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  20. JuneDecember 14, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    I think I could get hooked on your list Terra. Oh I am already hooked on many of them ;)

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