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A Holiday Message from Me to You

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I was talking with a friend this morning and it got me thinking… that some of us may be feeling a bit of extra pressure this time of year.

Maybe pressure to…

find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list

attend school functions

care for friends and family

donate to worthy charities

and donate time too

look great for holiday parties

deck the halls.. and the yard.. and maybe the family pet

cook and bake from scratch

select the perfect host/hostess gift(s)

get out a fantastic family Christmas card

maybe with a letter included as well

wrap your gifts perfectly

… and I’m sure a million others things I didn’t think of, all on top of our everyday obligations.

Well, I never want stopping here to make you feel pressure… or give you a false sense that I have everything together. I don’t. Example: my house is small, which overall is fine. But while it sometimes looks like this…

Christmas Holiday Fireplace Living Room

it more often, looks like this…

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because we live in our house, and I like to craft. And since I insist on pulling all my crap out in order to make the smallest craft. You know… because I just might need whatever I didn’t get out. You too? I knew I liked you!!

I guess what I’m trying to say is, do what you can with what you’ve got.

Be it time, money or creative energy. And then, the hard part… be content that what you have put out there is enough.

I’m sure you don’t need me to tell you this, but in case you do.

Your Best is Good Enough Printable Christmas Colors WM

Just click on this link here to print it without the watermark.

If you just take away from this post a little sigh of relief, or print this and put it at your desk, on your fridge or frame for a friend, I hope we can support each other and know that we are

all doing our best 

and it is Good Enough!!

 

Much love and hugs for a peaceful holiday season.

RED hh

 

A Holiday Message from Me to You

PS: This is in no way meant to offend those of you who plan and execute a flawless holiday. My hats of to you!!

Comments

  1. sonny says

    I know everyone has said it BUT I truly needed this message.. I only moved into this home on wednesday before thanksgiving and until today I was under the dillusion I could still do it all and unpack and make every room feel normal and cozy.. at about noon, I realized I couldnt and started to cry and feel bad about myself.

    I am printing out your massage and plan to send it along to several folks . I can only do so much and work too and this year is gonna be slim on the decorating, cooking and doing my holiday visits…

    Hopefully these folks will love me anyway and understand and if not, well then, my Best will have to be Good Enough..

    many thanks
    Sonny

    • Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says

      Hi Sonny, Congratulations on your new home!! I’m so glad you felt like you could take the pressure off. Moving is super stressful and piling the expectations of the holidays on top could definitely get you down. Chin-up and enjoy the new house 🙂

  2. Cynthia says

    Shannon, great post! I think we all feel this way to some extent this time of year. Thanks. By the way, the mantle looks fantastic

    Cynthia

  5. Kelly @ the Moon and Me says

    Oh Shannon…this made me chuckle. That is how my dining table looks most of the time. It’s just the best place to do projects, is it not? 🙂
    Always feeling the pressure…but enjoying the season anyway! 🙂
    Merry Christmas!
    Kelly

  6. Linda A. Young says

    Thank you, Shannon, It’s so good to hear you affirm that Christmas is not about doing everything perfect, it’s about remembering what Christmas is really is, and expressing our love in whatever ways we can, sincerely and truly from our hearts. It’s not a competition, it’s a celebration. Love and peace to you and yours!
    Christmas Joy! Linda

  7. Lori @Vintage Charm Restored says

    Tonight I was in my kitchen with my daughters book all over the table, and looked into the open living area with blankets and toys every where… and thought. This is the real life version of the perfect home!! Never doubt that!! We live and live messy!! It’s the best way!! You are awesome to share this!!

  11. Karin says

    Yup yup yup. Must be messy to be creative. :). Hugs Shannon and thanks for the awesome reminder. For the first time in 15 years I am not doing christmas cards just to relieve a little of the holiday stress 🙂

  13. Nici says

    Phew! Thanks, Shannon. I did just let out a sigh of relief. I was just thinking this same thing today as I was going over in my head all the things that I still needed to do. A girl can drive herself nuts sometimes! Anyway, this was a good reminder to keep things simple. Have a wonderful week. Your hearth area is beautiful, by the way. 😉
    Blessings,
    Nici

 
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