Things have been preeeeeetty quiet around here lately. And motivation has basically been lacking. There’s been a whole lot of laying around. And you know what? I’m kind of okay with it.
It’s always just so hard for me to focus and be productive around the holidays. I blame it on college. That month long break for those four years really spoiled me. And I mean, I’m the boss around here. So why not continue with the trend?
I knocked my reading goal down from 75 to 60 a few weeks ago because there was just no way. I forgot to take into account when I originally made the goal that I would have a career change this year. Surprisingly, I have way less time to read now that I work from home than I did while I was nannying. I never, ever watched TV while nannying. I didn’t feel right about it (though honestly, I don’t know why). So during nap times I would DEVOUR books. I’m 3 away from my new goal–and I just need to make it happen.
Surgery almost happened today. I got a call yesterday morning (that actually woke me from a nightmare about surgery ironically enough) from the surgeon’s office that someone had rescheduled and that they could do the operation today. While that was overly tempting, it just wasn’t going to work out. J’s first day of vacation for the holiday is the 19th, so he’ll be home with me full time after the operation which just works out better. Plus, my parents are on vacation in FL, and not that I specifically need them to be home–I’m sure they’d be more comfortable being in the same city while I go under the knife.
I decorated the day after Thanksgiving–which in all honesty is an overwhelming job for me. Confession: I actually hate the chore of decorating. I’m not all festive with hot chocolate and xmas movies–no. I’m the one cursing up a storm screaming how much I hate Christmas lights (I mean, I’m just going to buy whole new sets every freaking year from now on. I’m so tired of getting them on the tree and suddenly half of them go out. I TEST THE SUCKERS. What gives)? While I hate actually decorating–I like the aftermath. So I always power through.
Yes, my living room is messy and that’s a whole lotta nail polish on that tv tray. This is my life. Oh, and yeah. We finally bought a rug. Bailey is in her glory. It’s from Target, in case you’re wondering.
Also? Someone please remind me to go shopping once the holiday is over. I’m still using a table cloth as a tree skirt (this is the 4th year in a row….) because I refuse to spend $30 on tree skirt. I need to hit the sales once all the holiday stuff gets marked down. Maybe I’ll nix the table cloth for our 5th Christmas.
That’s all for today, folks.
I love your Christmas decorations! Your surgery is soooo close! I am perfectly fine with a whole lot of laying around and nail painting. I approve.
Ooooh your tree is pretty. I'm the same way about decorating. It stresses me out more than anything, that's why this year it was a 2 footer. Less stress 😉
Your tree looks great! Pre-lit trees are your BFF – when you are looking to upgrade, remember that. And I love your rug because I have the same one. And I have that TV tray so really we could almost recreate one another's houses in our own. That sounds way creepier than I intended.
It is so refreshing to hear that you dislike the process of decorating, too! All of blog land loves Christmas and busted out everything early. I, on the other hand, waited until after Thanksgiving and I really did it just because everyone else is and I sort of felt the pressure to do the same. It does look all pretty when it's done, doesn't it? I don't have the tree up yet, though. I'll just be happy if it gets put up before the 24th. The hubs and I are huge procrastinators (as you can probably see from this comment).
By the way, I've been following your blog for awhile and I love your posts! I'm friends with Lauren ^ and she recommended you. 🙂
I am treeless this year (and last) so I'm loving seeing trees! And thumbs ups for all the laying around! Totally worth it. Everyone should have a month long break.Amiright?!
I have a procedure to remove another cyst on the 19th. Blah. (Behind my ear…will probably result in a few stitches for Christmas….but no real recovery like you :/)
I don't *love* decorating, but I love baking, wrapping gifts, and watching Christmas movies. Bake something…that'll get you in the spirit!
Looks so festive and cozy!! I definitely do love decorating and am totally bummed about leaving our decked out house to go to my family's (though we'll decorate there too. :)) It's just my home space, ya know? And I'm glad the surgery is coming up! You must be sooo ready.