So let's be totally honest. Things have been tough lately. More difficult than I ever EVER imagined that I would be faced with in my life. I am sad, angry, frustrated, disheartened and often feel lost. I am so grateful for my family during all of this. I'm grateful for work, which has become a bit of an escape. At some point, I'll go into it a little more (a cathartic experiment, I suppose) which is why the blog will soon be going private.
Until then, I will be thankful for the little things. Things like Secret Santa at work. I'll be the first to admit that I didn't really want to be a part of the Secret Santa exchange - a gift for someone, everyday?!? The cost, the effort, the time?!?! But I wanted to be a "team player" and be a part of it. Granted, I know the names of the teaching staff, but I haven't gotten to know everyone yet. So I was hesitant and resistant. But I signed up anyways.
Who knew I would love it? I get something cute on my desk every morning. It really makes me feel a little special and a little bit of joy every morning. I don't know who my Secret Santa buddy is, but they know me so well! I love my little seasonal water cups and so today was a Christmas cup with a snowglobe inside. Seriously. And the "alcoholic" Crystal Light packets - I swear, the margarita Crystal Light got me through being pregnant during the summer. I love the little decorations and the bow - it is adorable.
So I had to share it, because some days, this is all I've got that doesn't include stress, worry and anxiety.
On a side note, if you are interested in receiving a Bickel Christmas card this year, click on the link to the right (Christmas card mailing list) and it will take you to a form to fill out with your info. If you have moved in the last year or didn't get a Christmas card last year, please let me know your info!
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