Comments on: it’s beginning to feel a lot more like Christmas

By: Anja

Anja — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:07:15 +0000

Hi Bethany,
Do you have a recipe for those cookies? It looks like something my mum would really like :)

By: Kuky

Kuky — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 06:12:52 +0000

We still haven’t gotten into the Christmas spirit. We kept saying we would get our tree early this year since Isabelle is so into it now. But it’s already 6 days into December and we haven’t gotten a tree. Well, maybe tomorrow.

By: BeachMama

BeachMama — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 01:11:12 +0000

So sorry you are without Troy. You do seem to be doing so well, much better than I would ever fare. Your decorations are lovely and I hope that you have the chance to do something special when he gets home.

By: Clover

Clover — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 03:08:43 +0000

I relate with the trash scenario! Thankfully, my husband only goes away for a week or two at a time, but I find I actually keep things MORE together when he’s gone– like you say, you know no one else is going to do the dishes or watch the kids in the morning while you sleep. Of course, I would always rather have him home than a clean house! I can’t even imagine how much you’re missing your husband now. Glad Annalie is helping keep you happy!

By: Katrina

Katrina — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 21:25:31 +0000

I am glad you found your Christmas spirit. I am still searching for mine. I don’t blame you for being sad with out Troy around. I would be very sad too if Matt would be gone for the holidays. Hang in there!!

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:41:14 +0000

I want to give you a big ol’ hug right now. I feel like I’m such a rotten friend. I admire how you have been getting through this time and I want to say, “How are you doing?” often. I have found myself not bringing it up because I don’t want you to feel badly, but that’s kind of silly for me to think, isn’t it? So dear friend, know that I think that you are an amazing person and I am in awe of your ability to chin up and smile.

I’m sure this Christmas will be a tough one to get through, but I know your lil ray of sunshine will help get you through.

By: The Grown Up Teenager

The Grown Up Teenager — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:13:35 +0000

Christmas spirit is lacking in these here parts too, but that’s only because exams and papers worth astronomical portions of my final marks are looming over my head. Once those are done, I’ll be strapping on my jingle bells.

Its a tough thing, being without a family member on Christmas, and I don’t blame you at all for being a little down. I’m glad you’ve got a sidekick though!

Also, can I get that apricot cookie recipe? They look delicious in the other post.

By: Angella

Angella — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:18:21 +0000

Glad you caught the spirit. Mine is muted until I’m done work, but it’s simmering. :)

By: Kandi

Kandi — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:15:06 +0000

I love that BNL song :). Those light pictures are really cute. It’s snowing here in MD and it is really beginning to look a lot more Christmas-like here. We had to cancel our out of town shopping trip today due to the snow but we are filling out cards and listening to Christmas music. :)

By: Rena

Rena — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:14:31 +0000

Bethany, I truly admire your inner strength and ability to get through the holidays or any time of year while Troy is deployed. I’m also thankful for what Troy and other men and women are doing to serve our country. We are never appreciative enough of the sacrifices they, and their families, make. I’m glad that you’re baking and vanilla-making, and putting up the Christmas lights. The good smells and warm glows bring comfort – and please know that we’re thinking good thoughts for you and yours.