December 22, 2003
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Winter Solstice
(description by a child)
Winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year. People all over the world celebrate it. They have a big feast.
A long time ago, people were scared of spirits and trolls coming. They searched for the sun. They are happy because the sun is coming back.
They wanted the sun to come back so plants would grow. They have a bonfire, a yule log and exchange gifts. They hang a yule wreath on a door. Today we light candles. Some people hung apples on trees.
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Yesterday I accomplished quite a bit. Headed out about 1:00 pm for the library. Then to Copymax to pick up my calendars. Then to Fred’s for shopping – big paper to cover the largest gift, stocking stuffers, odds and ends of groceries. Oh yes, and took my tiny grubby Toyota through the carwash. First time I’ve been in one with no attendants, just punch in a code, drive in and it takes over. Isn’t it your worst nightmare to get stuck in a carwash and either get electrocuted or have to get out in the midst of the drench and run for the hills? Rest of day spent wrapping. Still haven’t finished all the cards for office co-workers. Going to have to work my butt off at work today – why do they save the biggest projects for this week of the year?! Next I need to turn my head to getting my cameras ready – camcorder and 2 different cameras – one with color and one with black and white film. Everybody else grumbles a bit, but one day they’ll be glad I’m the family history keeper. Plus I have to figure out what to bring to Xmas dinner – thank god I’m not preparing it all myself like I did for years. Got to stop and get my hair trimmed after work. And to top it all off, it’s WINTER. Seems like it’s been winter for weeks, but it’s only just beginning. Happy Solstice everyone!
Deep Thought:Sometimes the beauty of the world is so overwhelming, I just want to throw back my head and gargle. Just gargle and gargle, and I don’t care who hears me, because I am beautiful.
Today I am grateful for: Really large wrapping paper
Comments (4)
Oh my, you’re right… winter just started. Eeeps. I’ve also wondered about the last-of-the-year rush … what a pain to everyone!! I hope everything goes smoothly for you and you get everything done!!
I hope you make it through Christmas.
thanks for the props.
So many people misunderstand my politacal views.They think i am unamerican.I belive i am a true patriot.I belive in america and i belive in its potential.We just need a goverment “By the people”And for the people.If we truly had that i think we would all be a lot better off
Griffen
I am sure they are glad that you are the family historian. You sound like a busy woman!! Don’t forget to take some time for you.