Christmas Memories
Some families have their own unique way of celebrating those special moments with the ones they love. My most cherished memory as a child was Christmas day with my own family. I couldn't wait for my favorite holiday to arrive when we would gather around the Christmas tree and enjoy each other's company. Approaching Aunt Jane's house, our family anticipates the grand holiday about to be rekindled once again. With our family and friends about to be reunited each family member is trying not to notice how long the last mile is taking. The houses along the road seem to crawl by slower as dad pushes harder on the accelerator. Finally, we arrive at Aunt Jane's house, our long journey is over. We take a huge breath as we step out onto the crispy snow that crunches beneath our boots. The air is fresh and sends a shiver down my spine. I make my way to the frost-coat
After dessert the children rush into the room that contains the beautifully decorated Christmas tree. We fill our plates with all the trimmings, and the children are gently reminded that grace is to be said before we fill our tummies. Then I hear a voice say to me " Come give Granny a big hug. The constant murmur of voices serves as background for the music. As my family and I are quickly shuffled in by my aunt I look around. I see a plate full of Christmas cookies, Christmas decorations and Christmas music lightly penetrate the air as the family socializes with each other. Everyone is seated at the huge oak table eager to devour what is set on the table. No longer is the pitter patter of our little feet heard running through the house. My aunt Jane along with my grandma has long ago passed into the cloud filled heavens. I reach out and hug her fragile body. Those days taught me the importance of my family being together. After the prayer of Christmas we dig into the delicious meal, relishing every bite. Suddenly my aunt is upon us giving us hugs and inviting us into the house. We sit and talk about my wanting to come to her house for a much needed visit.
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