Christmas provision
Children without toys present
No money needed
17 Sunday May 2015
Posted Poetry/Lyrics
in18 Thursday Dec 2014
Tags
Christmas, footprints, guide, holidays, hope, introspection, journey, life, paths, progress, snow, success, winter
I have one week left until Christmas, and snowfall last night has left hope for a white holiday. My early start time at work allows me to be one of the first out for the day. As a morning person, I somewhat enjoy this. Today I get extra introspection as I have placed the first footprints on the path leading into my apartment building. That path reminds me that sometimes I need to be a trailblazer.
Fortunately, I have walked the path from my doorstep to the parking lot several times already and know where to walk even when the pavement has a blanket of snow over it. Pausing to see the un-blazed powder, I admire the powder. This particular fall has a sparkle to its powder. I have not hesitated to make my way through its beauty. Yet my waking mind has shined its light on the fact that I usually hold back when standing on my various paths in life.
These paths may not have as clear of a pavement just beneath what I see on the surface like my apartment features, but they exist nonetheless. Focusing on the light, even when it barely shines beyond my feet, makes it possible to keep stepping forward. I get to blaze the trails that lead to work, love, success, community. Most importantly, I have a guide ahead of me that provides hope. My life has its sparkle as well.
On a personal note, I have made a couple positive strides toward a writing gig as well as a new job. They serve as first bigger steps that progress my career and writing. It’s time to stop hesitating and start moving!
28 Saturday Dec 2013
Posted Journal, Photography
inTags
A Christmas Carol, celebration, Charles Dickens, Christmas, Christmas season, city, city life, cityscape, downtown, elegance, fancy, firsts, holidays, Houston, lights, Photo, photography, play, season's greetings, Texas, theater
This Christmas, a week before Christmas Day to be exact, I experienced a couple holiday firsts. Though I had a familiarity with Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, I had never read the famous tale or seen any stage or movie adaptations until last week. My family had the pleasure of joining my dad’s work cohort at ConocoPhillips in Houston.
The play was at Alley Theater, and we got to soak in the downtown lights from an upper story balcony before dinner.
We dressed to impress, and I loved wearing my pretty red dress. Tracy and I even got our nails done specially for the occasion. My red polish matched my dress.
This actual Christmas was the first one I’d spent without my brother (aside from the two I had before he was born).
It’s about time to celebrate my birthday again. Maybe my brother can join me again for the next family gathering.
Happy holidays everyone! I hope you’re spreading out all the fun too. There’s so much to go around!
18 Wednesday Dec 2013
Posted Journal, Photography
inThe Christmas and birthday celebrations have begun! This year I get to celebrate my birthday before Christmas, clearly an indicator of how I’m making the festivities last this year as my birthday isn’t until January 2. Why not? I enjoy setting aside time to be gathered with my family and friends. I’m excited for the rest of my week with my family.
What makes you happy this week?
14 Saturday Dec 2013
Posted by KaylasOnlyHeart | Filed under Photography
04 Wednesday Dec 2013
Posted Journal, Photography
inTags
Christmas, Christmas tree, decorations, holiday season, holidays, joy, ornaments, Pooh Bear, snowman
‘Tis the season to show Christmas spirit! As of tonight, I’ve decorated my Christmas tree. It consists of mostly Pooh Bear and snowman ornaments as usual. I hope you’re enjoying the holiday season and have found time to boost your holiday spirit with family, friends, seasonal goodies, Christmas music. The small joys and moments matter. Take some time for those.
Merry Christmas!