Wednesday, December 26, 2007

Sentimental gentle wind

And a good time was had by all. It was a wonderful Christmas, no one could tell that I hadn't started months ago, and that is the look I was going for. Everyone was happy, or so it seemed, with everything chosen by me, and only one thing didn't fit, so I'd call that a success. I got some really great gifts from my kids and from my bestest friend, and that made me happy. Everyone was out of here by noon, and I must have been asleep by noon:01. And that was the rest of my day. There was only one pretty major blow up between kid three and his gf, but things got calmed down, I also felt that was pretty good, as kid 1 and her bf had been feuding all week long. Tempers and feeling and nerves, oh my.

So, this is that week that really doesn't exist---the one where nothing much is accomplished , the one where so many people are not where they normally are, the week where Christmas is over and some of the most-happy feelings are gone, but nothing is back to normal yet, so there must be a reason to feel different. The week where EVERYTHING is just OFF. I generally like this week, in fact, I often don't work this week at my job, but this year, I sort of have to work my ass off. For me, this is the week I have to get back to business, and that could be a major undertaking, considering the way I am feeling, and the lack of people at work. Could be interesting...

I wish for each of you, a wonderful, happy, carefree "week that doesn't really exist". I will be trying to get my act together, emphasis on trying...and doing it in half days, or nearly half days, as I have GOT to start taking myself and healing very seriously. I am somewhat nervous about the condition I am in, and I have miles to go to get back to where I was a week ago. Have a happy Wednesday!

12 comments:

Karen said...

You're right Jamie. This is the week that doesn't really exist. We went out partying again today and we have a 2nd Christmas dinner tomorrow for my little brother who has just arrived from interstate. I don't go out this much during the whole year combined. I feel as though I am living someone elses life. LOL.


Glad your Christmas Day was a big success and I glad to hear that you are taking your healing more seriously

Oldy said...

I just wish my house could clean itself now. :)

Summer said...

The week that doesn't exist. I've never heard that before but, I've never heard hairlip the governor either. Ha! I'm glad your day was a good one.

Pungo River Rambling said...

I just decided to come over from reading Raine's post to say hello. I am glad you had a good Christmas. Did you read Dreaming Mage? I am his mother.

Anonymous said...

Yes it must be one of those "pseudo" weeks. Here in JP I guess it doesn't matter...unfortunately.. we have that week after the New Year...which is more important here it seems.. Do enjoy it...

SOUL said...

hey!
summer stole my line!
now what will i say?
hmmm....

i'm just really happy that your christmas was as it should be. it sounds like you were able to inject that magic afterall. and that makes me happy.

and yes do... take better care of YOU... rest when you need to... whether ya want to or not. k.

and again.. thanks for the challenge my friend... AND the cheesecake!!! OMG.... i wish you coulda had some.
i can take a pic of the box if ya want?
:)) -->--<
have a perfect day!
0x

Billy said...

:) Take good care of yourself this week. I am so happy your Christmas was a good one.

Portia said...

Your positive voice is always so uplifting. I'm glad it was a good Christmas for you and the family. Best of luck catching up, healing, and balancing it all somehow:)

Mary said...

Yep, Christmas 2007 is now Christmas past. This is the week to "put it all away" and "for goodness sake don't miss the garbage/trash/recycle pickup."

I'm so happy to hear that your Christmas was a success, and I'm glad you realize that now you MUST begin taking better care of yourself. We want you to be ready to ride your bike when spring makes a comeback.

Cheryl said...

This is a strange kind of week. I don't go back to work till Friday, then just work then and Saturday. Then I'm off again till Thursday. I wish that time would slow down. I could use a few more days at home, but think I'll venture out tomorrow.

You do need to take time to heal. You had a major surgery and then this big holiday. Try to treat yourself gently now that it's over.

Andrew said...

Jaime,

I am so glad you had a good Christmas. Now concentrate on getting better and easing the pain. I worry you tried to do too much, but I know you probably get so damned tired of hearing people say that. I just care. And I am so glad to call you a blog friend!

Your friend,

Andrew

Golden To Silver Val said...

Yep, kid...now its time to get serious about healing. You may have miles to go....but you have traveled a lot of miles too...you're better than you were...so keep remembering that. One day at a time and you'll get 'er done....right? Its great your family came through for you...I love it when that happens. I'm so glad you had a wonderful Christmas and made some good memories. Concentrate on YOU now. Promise? Hugs, Val