Health issues have dampened my Christmas spirit. Not that I was ever overly enthusiastic – too many memories cloud the seasons – and this year, there is no energy to decorate the house. Ric’s solution is to call in help, and I confess that even that sets me deeper into depression. How will I manage the commotion?
Natasha arrives with her three children, plus one. Ric orders pizza. Even though I want to just sit in my chair, I rise to help organize. The younger ones are rambunctious and restless and I’m questioning Ric’s wisdom. A bulb breaks and my nerves shatter with it.
But then something happens…
The youngest, Demian, looks so crestfallen that it snaps me out of my mood. It’s just a bauble, after all.
“Tell you what,” I offer. ”Hot chocolate for all, once the tree is decorated.”
Cheers erupt and I melt into the mood, laughing at the children’s antics and sharing their joy as pizza arrives. Crowded around our small dining table, Demian exclaims: ”This is the best Christmas ever!” We all laugh.
“It’s not even Christmas, yet”, I tell him, noting that a spark of excitement – a glow leftover from childhood – has been ignited.
What ignites your wonder this holiday season?
One Woman's Quest II 
Your heartwarming story reminds us of the magic in simple moments. What ignites my wonder? Sharing joy with loved ones. How about you?
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Very nicely written!
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Like a torch through the ages. So beautiful – I love this story, VJ! And I hope you can rest and enjoy the rest of the season!
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Thanks Wynne
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Children – or the child in us – ignite my wonder. Merry Christmas, VJ, and I hope you feel better soon!
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Thanks Lynne!
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Though holidays can spark unhappy memories, the Christmas season brings on an inner glow. Children seem to ignite that glow within us with their excitement and unyielding love.
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Yes, children possess that magic. Thanks
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I’m glad the children lit your spark! That is what holidays should be about. I am liking the bit of relaxing I can do this time of year, this year.
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Thanks Eilene. Relaxing should be mandatory. 🥰
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So happy Ric’s solution worked out in the end. Children are what Christmas is about for me. Their excitement and their faith gives me hope for brighter days ahead. Best wishes and hugs!
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I agree – children make the season glow. Thanks Sarah
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I go through the same emotions at Christmas. It seem the melancholy memories of Christmas pasts are stronger with each passing year. But the wonder of our grandchild and the memories being created for him pull me into the spirit. As far as decorations go, I sit back and watch them do it. Have a Merry Christmas, VJ!
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You are smarter than me, I.V. But I’m willing to learn. All the best to you, too.
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As your post demonstrates, love is the best wonder of all.
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It really is.
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So lovely and relatable. You, my friend, provide the glow and wonder. Thank you! ❤️
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Oh, thank Victoria…some days ….
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I felt that in your post. Big, big hugs to you. Mean it! 🥰❤️🥰
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You are the best!
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❤️❤️❤️
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Lovely tree. Enjoy 😉
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Thanks!
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😍😍😍
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For me, there are the lights at Christmas.
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It is magical to see the houses lit up at night.
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It really is.
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