Well, I've certainly been pretty "lazy" this year.  I didn't get all caught up and worried about what I was going to buy for whom.  I didn't go into convulsions with excitement over going out to see the lights. My kids also have been really calm and cool about presents.  We really just enjoyed the time we had together.  We spent time talking about Jesus Christ and I thanked them for being so good and not worried about presents.  They are with their dad this year for Christmas and I will have them for New Year's.  I have to say, this was a rather relaxing time of year.  The only thing I would have liked to be different is the time with extended family.  I still got the chance to talk with my family, but it would have also been nice to see them in person.

Another area that I've been slacking in is the kitchen.  I know...I should be attached to the stove...but I've been busy.  Relaxing and not stressing, but at the same time busy.  I really want to get on with that Peppermint Bark Cheesecake I've been drafting up in my head.  I envision it with a chocolate crust, white chocolate cheesecake filling, and a top layer of crunchy peppermint.

Oh! I'm drooling.  Perhaps when I get off work, I will have the energy to try it?  Come on 11pm!