I have had yesterday's
date circled on my calendar since hanging our calendar in January. When
Robby and Scott left for school, I went downstairs and rummaged through
our storage garage until I finally one of my favorite items. Several
years ago I saw it at Target and, although it was expensive, it
immediately became my obsession. After coveting it for over two weeks, I
returned to the store and bought it. I have never regretted the
purchase and even though it has been five years, my countdown to
Christmas clock continues to make me smile.
Because
the clock was such a splurge, I try to make the most of it. Since the
snowman can countdown from 99 days, each year at the beginning of
September I schlep it upstairs and plug it in.The snowman is the first
decoration we bring out, heralding the impending holiday season. Having a
large lit snowman counting the days until Christmas just as the air is
beginning to crisp and the leaves are starting to turn colors has become
a bit of a tradition. Although the neighbors and some family members
chuckle when seeing it on display so early, it also always brings a
smile to their face.
Robby was thrilled
when he came home from school and discovered the reemergence of the
countdown snowman. He jumped up and down, spun in a circle and affixed a
pirate hat to the top of the snowman. He began to talk about Christmas,
his Santa list and suddenly had a desire for sugar cookies. Scott was
not nearly a giddy with his squeal of delight taking the form of a
slight begrudging moan. Obviously the 47 year old is not as enthusiastic
about the holidays as the 7 year old!
I
realize that it is early to start decorating but seeing the snowman
makes me happy. I have no intention of waiting until after Thanksgiving
to plug him in. I paid for the ability to countdown from 99, and it
would be a travesty if I didn't take advantage of its full potential.
Besides, it makes me happy!
Blogs need a like button. I was looking for one bc I like this. :) Love your traditions.
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