We have finally finished undecorating the house. The final lights are being packed away and boxes put in their place. I know that we can't keep it up year round, especially since it will become to commonplace if we do. The Christmas decorations are special because they are around for only a little while. It is nice to have our room back in order, with places for everyone to sit while we are watching television. But it is always sad to see it go.
Even while we are closing out the 2008 Christmas season, I'm already preparing for 2009. Each year I make homemade ornaments to give to family and friends. This year's design is not complicated, but it will take a great deal of work to create enough to give away to everyone. So, I'm beginning early. Hopefully I'll stay on top of this project, keeping it handy whenever I have a few minutes to work.
It might seem strange working on Christmas ornaments when we've just finished celebrating, but I'll be very glad if I get these done early to not have to rush with them (or give up my great idea) at the last minute. So, if you see me working with needle and thread, you'll know what I'm doing! But don't peak, because I might just be planning to give you one for Christmas next year!
