I've reached an unpleasant place in my Christmas shopping. It's that place where I am done. No more shopping. No more crowds. I will give people stuff out of my closet or make something from pipe cleaners before I brave another store this close to the big day.
I'll get my merry Christmas cheer back shortly. When I am in route to celebrate with my in-laws and all the wrapping and cooking and preparing is finished and the celebration is here! I am usually a pretty jolly person this time of year. But I am temporarily devoid of joy.
I was almost hit by a car today! I ordered my lunch and a tray of goodies for my co-workers from a deli near my office. I had parked my car and was walking across the parking lot (in a crosswalk) towards the deli. A crazed woman on her cell phone, holding a coffee cup and wielding her Ford Taurus like a deadly weapon, nearly took me out! She never acknowledged that I was there and came within about two feet of me. Had I not stopped and been aware of her, she would've flattened me like a pancake!
I am taking deep breaths and staying away from shopping areas of all kinds until this madness is over.
Oh no! Keep taking deep breaths! I am staying clear of the malls as well. :)
ReplyDeleteI was at risk of being calcified by frantic Christmas shopping until I had a tender experience at the Gap today. Children spontaneously singing Christmas carols get me every time.
ReplyDeleteI've always thought that people get crazed around this time of year. They're hopped up on Starbucks and getting blurry-eyed over lists. So... keep your eyes sharp, your wits about you, and your purse tucked closely under your arm. Love you. Keep safe!
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