It’s easy to feel overwhelmed this time of year. Rushing around trying to buy the perfect Christmas present for everyone on your list, well those on your ‘nice’ list, not those on your ‘naughty’ list that is. Fighting for a carpark at the shops only to realise you forgot to buy everything the first time around and heading back to the shops all over again. There are the crowds, the massive lines to see Santa and trying to get everything wrapped, (and if you have Santa visiting you are probably searching the house for the perfect place to hide those gifts!)
But what if we stop and think about what’s really important this time of year? This is the season for peace, joy and love after all. Now I am just like most mums out there, I want to give my children everything, I want them to wake up on Christmas morning and be amazed at all the gifts, I want them to feel so happy that they dance around with joy. But when it comes to what our children really need it is actually quite simple, the perfect gift is time with us!
Our children don’t want us worn out, stressed out and financially crippled. Yes they love gifts, but do they really need as much as we end up buying? What they need more than that 10th gift is us feeling happy, relaxed and having plenty of time for them. So with this in mind I decided to escape the busy shops (online shopping can be great for this), and head away for some quality time with my kids. We went snorkelling, swimming, played beach cricket, had B.B.Qs, played board games, had loads of hugs and took walks along the beach. This time with my children was precious not only to them, but to me too.
I know this time next year when we try to recall what gifts we got for Christmas we will only recall one or two, but the memories we made and the bond we strengthened by having time together will last a lifetime. So whether it is time with your children, your partner, your friends or your parents, put some time aside and enjoy making memories together, (even if it just for a day), make time for the ones you love. After all togetherness is what makes Christmas truly memorable.
This photo was taken on one of our evening walks along the beach.
Thanks for joining me, love Mackenzie xx
Want to see more pics from my week away? Click HERE
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Wishing everyone happy and healthy holidays. I will be continuing to blog over the holiday period so stay tuned. My #mg link up will also be remaining open each Monday and will stay open for a few days following. My Friday Reflections link up will be open this week, but will be on break during January. (There will be more details about the Friday Reflections break in my next post). And if you want to be part of my baby tribute in late January, just message me HERE or tweet me @macglanville, or email me mac@reflectionsfromme.com. Stay happy and safe xx
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3 comments
Beautiful words and a fabulous shot! I totally agree with you my quote for words of wisdom this week echoes your sentiments precisely. Happy Christmas x
Spot on Mackenzie! Now we just need to start a movement and our children and grandchildren will learn how to appreciate all the beautiful things they have in life that are no material! I want to be a role model for my grandchildren and teach them that whilst they live in a technological age there is much beauty and comfort to behold in a beautiful clear blue sky or a gorgeous sunrise or sunset. Beautiful post. May you Christmas and New Year be filled with peace, love, fun and laughter.
Exactly true, it’s the time spent together, having a laugh, or snuggled up together watching festive telly we remember.
Hope you had a great Christmas and thanks for linking up with Point + Shoot x
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