Thursday, December 22, 2011

Silent Night

This week my hectic-meter has been running at the high end of extreme. The festive season is in full swing and I'm really feeling it. Feeling the joy, the spirit, the excitement and the togetherness. But also feeling the stress, the expectation, the rush and the exhaustion. Like the lead up to Christmas is one big, deep, breath and only once it has been and gone, will I then be able to exhale. So much to do, so few hours in the day. This blog post is a prime example. Commenced last night, as I sat bleary-eyed on the lounge... three. hours. later. at 2am, I woke. Still sitting upright, laptop on lap, television buzzing.


I am feeling very fortunate for many things right now. Spending time with family, pre-Christmas Day, because for various reasons we won't be seeing them on the 25th. Rowdy play dates with friends, who also have boys... and watching those boys play and laugh and rumble together. Friends certainly enhance the joy of Christmas and I can't wait to enjoy more quality time with them over the coming week. But right now, all I really need, is to sleep in heavenly peace.


Cheeky Cousins... hanging around like monkey's in Nana & Pop's tree
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15 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 22, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Life has been pretty relaxed in these parts but none the less I have not been getting much sleep...go figure :)

    We are looking forward to lots of play dates post Xmas.

    btw I thought of you when reading the latest issue of Country Style..they are running a short story contest.

    x

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  2. jodyDecember 22, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    I know just what you mean Julie! I have been feeling just the same way, i haven't spent much time online lately for that reason and I miss it!
    Hope you get to exhale soon. xx

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  3. AnonymousDecember 22, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Im hearin you Julie, I think Im relaxed but doing the 3.30 wake up dance!! Great photo :0

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  4. Mum on the RunDecember 23, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    Tis the season!
    I hope you get to catch your breath (and zzzzzzz) soon.
    :-) x

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  5. AnonymousDecember 23, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    I think we're all feeling a little like that. It's such a great time of year but yes, so tiring. Not long to go until we should all hopefully get some R&R. Hope you are resting peacefully today :)

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  6. Kate @ Our Little SinsDecember 23, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    "the stress, the expectation, the rush and the exhaustion" - it's so true, so how can we slow it all down so we can enjoy it? I wish I knew the answer. We haven't really had the rush or the exhaustion but certainly the stress and expectation.

    Hope it all calms soon, xo

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  7. LionessLadyDecember 23, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Slow down Julz! Hope you have a gorgeous Christmas Day with your lovely boys. My beautiful winnings arrived yesterday too - thank you soooo much! Love pre-Christmas Presents!

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  8. MelissahDecember 23, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Julie, just a little note to wish you & your family a very Merry Christmas - your boys are at a perfect age to really get the most out of Christmas & Santa! Have a lovely day & thank-you for all your wonderful comments!
    x
    Melissah from Coastal Style

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  9. CathyDecember 23, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    I hear you! A good sleep sounds perfect just about now! Hope you and your boys have a wonderful Christmas xx

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  10. Simone - honeyandfizzDecember 23, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    It's a crazy time! Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas and hope you get to enjoy some relaxation soon! So lovely to have come across your blog this year xx

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  11. Nat - Muddy FarmwifeDecember 23, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    J- Go To Bed when Hubby Does. The next few days will be VERY busy and the boys highly strung. Rest up so you are able to enjoy Christmas with your beautiful family feeling a little less tired.
    I LOVE the photo, just wondering how long it will be til Angus is climbing to the top.

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  12. MultipleMumDecember 23, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    I hope you get the sleep you need. You have big duties to perform on Saturday night. Reindeer to tame. Carrots to eat. Beers to drink. I hope you and yours have the best Christmas. See you in 2012 x

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  13. PeggyDecember 23, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    I too am feeling the stress, the expectation, the rush and the exhaustion. I blew out last night, almost ready to declare there will be no Christmas in our household. Strangely enough I am not stressed out at all, but watching everyone else run around just exhausts me. Sigh...I never want to wish time away but hurry up Sunday!

    I can't wait for that moment where I can sit and relax. Not long now Jules, not long now. xo

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  14. one claire dayDecember 24, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    The anxiety is immense! I hear you, sister!

    ...sending you calm/ sleepy vibes... and wishing you and your family the happiest Christmas ever! xx

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  15. Thea December 24, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    I'm feeling it too...still not sure whether I love or hate Christmas! lol
    Great photo, gotta love it when the kids get cousins time! :)

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