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Whether or not snow has fallen come December, the warmth and cheer of good tidings appearing about town, the neighbors, in the shops and arriving in the mail by way of the annual Christmas cards sent from friends and family living near and far always wraps me in a figurative hug.
This year, similar to last year, I will be spending Christmas at home in Bend, Oregon, and it is exactly where I want to be. And leading up to the festive day has been and will continue to be sprinkled with intentional activities, pastimes and nibbles that create a festive, cozy atmosphere I feel most fortunate to be able to savor.
Each of us will go through seasons in our lives, stepping out of old chapters and into new ones when we embrace our courage to welcome what is awaiting to be given to us, and such is the case for me that I am delighting in quiet Christmases.
As Nigel Slater eloquently writes in The Christmas Chronicles, in his delicious, image evoking prose, "Christmas is celebrated by Christians and non-Christians alike. It is a cultural event as much as a religious one". I share the rest of the quote in last year's holiday episode - #347 if you want to have a look, but part of why Christmas and the entirety of November and December is treasured by so many is that it is celebrated around the world and it is celebrated by people of a variety of different beliefs or non-beliefs, and that is a reason to smile and appreciate the season all the more.
Perhaps inspired a bit by Beth Kempton's beloved book that I know many TSLL readers have enjoyed and return to reading each November and December, and adding to the list shared last year, episode #347, that included 9 Ways to Savor Christmas at Home, Alone, Simply Luxuriously, I wanted to share today's episode of how to savor a quiet Christmas with as few or as many people as you desire, and reveal how these thoughtful ways to enjoy this special time of year, while not extravagant, complex or even requiring money, can bring a deep richness to the season, making it all the more special.
Let's take a look at the list.
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185: Give Yourself Permission to be Awkward
184: 16 Ways to Simplify & Make the Holiday Season Pleasurable
183: International Travel Prep List
182: David Lebovitz Talks About Making Paris His Home
181: The Importance of Finding Contentment
180: 10 Tips for Smart Wardrobe Shopping
179: Choosing a Partner — Part Deux: The Importance of Knowing Yourself & The Crucial Must-Have
178: Your Unique Journey — How to Navigate It Successfully
177: How to Ensure a Bountiful Harvest (in Life)
176: Be the Hero of Your Own Story: Why & How
175: 14 Ways to Eat Like the French — Savor Good Food, Don't Fear It
174: 12 Benefits of Seeking Out Quality
173: The Benefits of Having a Mission Statement & How to Create Your Own
172: How to Refine Your Style: In Your Wardrobe & Life
171: The Secret Lives of Introverts: My Interview with Jenn Granneman
170: Being Single is Luxurious Living
169: Understanding the French Culture: My Interview with Géraldine Lepere of Comme une Française
168: French Everyday Living with Author & Blogger Sharon Santoni
167: My Good Life in France: Author Janine Marsh
166: Love & Self-Discovery: How to Be One Half of a Healthy Relationship
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