Xmas...friend or foe

Is it just me or is the xmas silliness starting earlier and earlier every year? The pressure is on to buy just the right gift, and make sure that there is money left over so that you can eat. Don't get me wrong, I love to give gifts. But it's easy to get caught up in the shopping frenzy and get a little crazy.

Perhaps it comes with the territory of working in the retail industry. I'm frazzled at the thought of xmas by the time September rolls around. I need to try harder to let it roll along and get into the spirit of the season...but not yet. IT"S TOO EARLY!! I swear that if they start playing xmas music before December, I will definitely lose it.

I must admit though, that I had a blast shopping for the little people in our life. I'll miss not seeing the excitement on their faces on xmas morning. And to the parents of the little people: don't worry...we didn't get any toys that will be incessant noise makers! hahahhahha.

What would be my ideal way to spend xmas? On the beach, in Tofino. Going for a run on xmas morning with Darren along the beach, and coming back to the cabin with a roaring fire in the fireplace and the smell of turkey in the oven. That would be perfection!

What is your ideal way to spend xmas?