Dearest Love,
As Christmas fast approaches, and the craziness of the year accelerates, scheduling events, preparing endless communal food platters, juggling budgets, and attempting the delicate balancing act of both family and friends, I want to promise us both that I will try to hold onto the magic this time of year can offer. I choose not to allow the franticness to overwhelm me but to try my hardest to stop, savour and see – truly see, the gorgeousness this time of year can hold if we let it.
For me I want to notice the twinkling neighbourhood lights, the orchestra of cicadas, the warm humid air, the sound of kids squealing in backyard pools and to stop to truly soak it all in. Just pausing momentarily to notice and appreciate. I remind myself of why this time of year can feel busy and pressured – because it’s important, because it’s exciting, because it’s an excuse to eat deliciously well, to give ourselves a much-needed break and to prioritise spending time with the people we choose.
With you, Christmas is so much more than just a festivity - it’s a feeling. It’s a shared experience. It wouldn’t be the same with you. This Christmas, I hope we can savour all the little wonderful moments together—the glittering glow of our faithful old tree, the peacefulness once home after another busy event, the simplicity of a shared meal together. I choose to walk hand in hand with you through this Christmas, strengthening the silly little traditions we have and maybe even creating new ones that could be uniquely ours.
This Christmas I choose to be mindful with my words, my actions and my presence so that I’m showing you how truly I value you, especially during a time that’s meant to bring us joy and contentment, not stress and exhaustion.
I choose to listen and step up to help when I can. I know this holiday time can be frantic, and I promise to do my part to support you as best I can to make plans and preparations, take care of essential errands, or to be your sounding board on decisions running through your mind.
I want this season to be a shared experience for both of us, bringing together what brings us both happiness. I choose to listen to what matters most to you, whether it’s our family traditions, summer holiday plans, or having quiet moments of stillness, I want to pay attention to what is most important to you.
The busyness of the holidays and clashing events can sometimes create moments of tension and stress, but I promise to communicate with kindness, even during demanding times. My Christmas goal is to bring you peaceful support, not added burdens.
I want to help you to protect your peace as I know saying no can be tricky for you, so if you need stillness, space, down time, or even help declining an event, know that I choose to respect your needs, and your boundaries. Your comfort is my priority, and I’d never want you to feel overwhelmed or obligated unnecessarily.
I choose to make this holiday full of twinkly love, gifts of compassion, all wrapped up in Christmas kindness and consideration. I hope to make simple but warm memories together that we can treasure forever. With all my heart,
From Me.
