Christmas is just a couple of days away. This day is supposed to bring peace on Earth, but it doesn't always work that way. If the hustle and bustle is catching up with you, try what I did. Sit on the couch and just admire your Christmas tree.

It's amazing actually, all of the different things on the tree. The ornaments: Washington Redskins, Syracuse Orange and Bobby Labonte, just to name a few.

The things that amazed me the most though, were the ornaments made by the kids.  The imaginations they had when creating them.  I remember how proud they were when they placed them on our tree.

Something I highly recommend is holding onto ornaments with photos on them.  I also suggest that you put the year on it. It's amazing to see how much they grow from one year to the next. It's like a time capsule!

The ornament with Tara holding her little stuffed dog, 'Spot', wow, she looks so young! It brings back such memories. After a few moments with the tree, the next thing I know, I'm smiling from ear to ear. Suddenly the day isn't all bad and it feels more joyous.  If you really want to add a special touch to it all, play Christmas music while sitting there. In fact, look at your tree, no matter what kind of day your having!

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