It’s confirmed.
Christmas is upon us.
Until this weekend, unlike every other year I haven’t felt the joy of the build up to Christmas. For me it usually hits as we get back to work and school after our summer holiday. A little early I know but not this year. What with Grandad and our doggy being poorly and other ‘adult’ life moments I have been somewhat distracted. And so in a bid to get into the Christmas spirit from this weekend all that stops. And not because the problems have gone away, I’m putting a lid on them and realising that some things are out of my control.
It has been a weekend of festive joy. Of seeing Christmas through George’s eyes. Our first festive weekend of 2018. A weekend of feeling the magic of the most wonderful time of year. A shopping trip to the Trafford Centre, a Christmas coffee, picking out Christmas cards, choosing secret Santa gifts, presents for friends and family and let’s not forget playing Santa and sneaking gifts to the tills.
I am so glad that we still have a believer in the Hargreaves house. I love to watch George as he excitedly points out toys and games that he’d like to add to his list. Crossing his fingers that they’ll appear in his stocking or under his tree. Miraculously we are still able to sneak in bits as we shop as a family. I can’t imagine him not believing. He doesn’t suspect.
The festive merriment didn’t stop there. Oh the magic. We enjoyed our first Christmas movie at the cinema – we watched The Grinch. I would love to live in The Who’s village at Christmas time. They certainly do Christmas – what’s to be grumpy about? We loved the movie. And The Grinch, well he wasn’t really a grump after all. The Nativity followed and so the doors are open on the Christmas movies.
And when Starbucks releases their Festive Red Cups you know Christmas is just around the corner. I say, one Eggnog latte a week keeps the festive joy bubbling. And this year they’ve taken their red cups to a whole new level and released a reusable version. I couldn’t resist. Let’s not forget the festive treats M&S bring out. I picked up their infamous hot chocolate flakes and cannot wait to get a second pack in reserves. They smell delicious.
I am officially ready for the build up to Christmas. I even wore my favourite sequin skirt for our shopping trip. Sequins aren’t just for Christmas! Nothing like twinkling your way through the shops to get you in the mood. As well as a shopping centre all decked out. And Christmas songs. If anyone says it’s too early for Christmas songs, well I just don’t need that negativity in my life. We may have to break up.
I guess all that’s left to do is write lists. Shopping lists, food lists, elf on the shelf ideas, wish lists, planning diaries, so many lists. It’s all in the preparation. We’re a family of planners. We have a few lovely festive events locked in the diary, and a couple more to decide on. I can feel the excitement building. Are you feeling in the Christmas Spirit Yet? Chez Hargreaves are.
I’m Kerri-Ann or KA as my friends call me, always found with a cup of coffee in one hand and my camera in the other. I have a huge passion for photography, fitness, fashion and family travel. I started this blog in 2014. It began as my creative outlet after becoming a mummy to our little boy George Archie. I started out blogging about parenting and over the years it has evolved into a blog that covers lifestyle, fashion, family and travel. Today TheKAEdit is ultimately a life and style blog. Thank you for reading x x
How fun! I’ve started planning presents – I have to as we have three birthdays to plan for as well (Ella at the start of Dec, the husband’s big 4-0 five days before Christmas, and Lola the day after New Year). We’ve got one non-believer for the first time ever this year (sob!) but the younger two still believe thank goodness. I have to admit I’m not feeling the festive joy of the build up yet – hopefully I can make it kick in by the start of December. I hope that Grandad is healing well after his op and that the other stuff you’ve had going on gets sorted.
Oh wow that sounds like a big December! We have Christmas, wedding anniversary, NYE then my birthday. Such a big month hey? Leonard is doing really well, Alf not so much x
Oh honey, I hope you’re okay?! Sending lots of love!! I’m glad you’ve managed to put all the negativity to bed (for now) and focus on the magic of Christmas.
I watched my first Christmas movie on Netflix last night, so I’m officially in the mood too. And the girl are currently watching The Nativity, while I type away.
As a non-coffee drinker, I’m all about the festive hot chocolates ; ) xx
Thank you love. Its hard sometimes putting it to one side but important that we do for our own sanity. Yay for Christmas movies. We are off to see the Nativity at the theatre in Dec and cannot wait. x
Nope!! Not quite yet! I want to get myself sorted — work-wise — before I give in and immerse myself in the Christmas spirit! Last year I was working right up til 8pm on Christmas eve as I was editing a film and blog post. THIS year I’m determined to wrap my work up by mid December!! I’m sorry you’ve been having a tough time… we lost our beautiful furry faced child recently so I know how upsetting it is when they’re ill. Fingers crossed he — and grandad — make a full recovery xx
Oh really – come on Caro. We all finish Dec 21st and take great pleasure in switching off until 2nd. And thank you love, sadly with Alf theres no recovery just a whole bunch of meds 🙁 x
I LOVE that you wore your sequin skirt to the shops! I really want to see The Grinch but not sure any of my teenagers will come with me 🙁 Sorry to hear about your beautiful doggie and Grandad, must be tough. xxx
Aww thanks, why save them for Christmas I say? Its such a great film, drag the along! It really is tough with our fur baby, thankfully grandad is making a full recovery x