All I Want For Xmas
December 8th, 2008
Christmas is one of our family’s favorite holidays. This is also the time where I can make it up to them. Although I try my best to spend my time with them, my busy schedule is sometimes inevitable.
One of the many reasons why my family is crazy about Christmas is because it is a perfect time for gift-giving. Every year, my family gathers around the Christmas tree before the clock hits midnight. After saying our warm greetings to each other, we exchange gifts and open them. I’d always give my husband something that he can use. Last year, I got him a new laptop which he can use for work. I got him the brand that he always wanted but won’t dare get. “It’s too much for a laptop”, he said. He deserves all the great things so why don’t I get him one?
Damien would always make the effort to buy me a piece of jewelry. If it’s not a gold bracelet, it’s a necklace. He surely knows how to tickle my fancy.
For the kids, I always slyly take a peek in their wish list. Although we all know that we look into each other’s wish list, I’m still amazed on how they manage to look surprised after opening their gifts. It’s probably part of my kids’ acting skills.
Alison and Jack would share for the gift they’d get for Damien and me. When they were younger, they’d both make us a Christmas card complete with their “I love you Mommy” or “I love you Daddy” at the bottom. When they got older, they’d get us simple things such as pillows, towels or mugs. Even though it’s simple, I still appreciate the fact that they took the time to shop for it together.
You’re probably wondering why I’m saying these things when all was asked was what I wanted for Christmas. I’m not asking for anything tangible. All I want for Christmas is to have my family with me and make more happy memories together.
