I have to go into work tomorrow for 45 min. My boss is so nice (not).
My parental units will come tomorrow. If history repeats (this will be the third time) they will arrive when the food is on the table. So should the sibling and her 3 kids. So 5:30 is what I'm preparing for.
Whatever. My oldest has to work until 5 so it suits me.
I'm pretty happy with the fact that I'm not overdoing it this year. I've killed myself cleaning and baking and decorating for so many years and for what? My kids like things simple, the dh's ocd can't handle the extra decorations and the mess and the parents are only here for a couple of hours and don't appreciate anything. So this year is relaxed, I'm looking forward to quiet days of reading and kids around. A couple batches of cookies that they love. It's all good.
This year I'm not stretching my money to the brink getting ready for the final mortgage pay down. I have some in the bank and am more worried about savings and retirement funds and vacation funds.
The mortgage freedom didn't bring a wild exciting new way to live. It brought simple, calm and relaxed. The pressure off of me has been a gift.
I give thanks for that. I am grateful for what I have. I'm grateful for what I can give.
2013 holds challenges of new jobs for both dh and I. I am still working to recover from my injury. The blessing of being mortgage free has taken off so much stress.
I hope that Christmas is a wonderful time for all of those that read here!
5 comments:
Love the comment about your mortgage. It gave you calm and took off pressure. What an incredible gift. I wish you a wonderful day with your family.
Glad you are taking it easier this year B-Kat! I can only imagine the stress release of owning my home free and clear. I won't know this joy for quite a while, unfortunately.
Merry, merry Christmas! Enjoy your time with your family!!
Sounds like you absolutely have the right approach. I also try (now, I say try, because I'm not always successful) to have Christmas be a relaxing & enjoyable event. This year? So far, so good. And, absolutely essential given that my husband traveled for 75% of teh month.
Sounds like you're doing great with Christmas this year! Well done!! :) Merry Christmas to you & yours!!
I agree with your remarks about mortgage freedom. It makes the month-to-month living a little easier to manage. With one less (large) bill in the mix, the dollars stretch further. Glad you are reaping the benefits of your hard work!
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