I’ve done this before.
Had parties, I mean. This year, events
conspired against me yet it all worked out beautifully.
I sent out invites about a month early followed by a little
word of mouth to most folks. About a
week before, the first regrets began arriving.
Family was visiting. Oh, we
understood. They had to do family out of
town. I understood. We ate dinner earlier in the week with
another couple that couldn’t come, and we had a grand time. More regrets came in. I began feeling the fool. I thought that no one would come, and we
would be sitting here alone surrounded by food.
I bought food anyway….cheeses, chips, humus, and an olive or two.
But Margot came with Zoe.
Zoe had a beautiful new dress purchased by her friend Mary. There was also a present under the tree just
for her. One for Margot too.
Regrets kept coming in, and I began understanding what was
happening. In the old days, few of our
friends were married and 30 or so could come to dinner. Now, years later, most everyone we know has
plans with family or friends. Or family
arrives. Yes’s turn to regrets.
Neighbors came early, neighbors came later….one at a time or
two at a time. It was an absolutely
perfect afternoon and evening. We got a
chance to talk to everyone one on one.
We got a chance to listen. We had
a great time. It was a perfect gathering
in our tiny front room. Just perfect.
- Himself: Working today and tomorrow. Learning about our heater that isn’t always blowing hot air.
My planning came to nought, or is that naught? We stayed home, I cooked, kathy came by with presents for the dogs…they love their nanny.
ReplyDeleteMostly I read a dull book. Calls from my son and David's daughter who totaled her vehicle. My Kindle died. Good thing I have a backup. Have fun shopping. Dianne
Wish I could have been there!
ReplyDeleteSounds lovely to me.
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a good one, Mage. I did, too. Aloha from Hawaii.
ReplyDeleteSounds absolutely lovely, Mage. I'm glad you enjoyed the day. Zoe is such a cutie.
ReplyDeleteAwww... that's wonderful, Mage! We were going to have a totally quiet Christmas too. But then my brother and nephew said they could come over since my sister in law had to work. We had them take food home which my sister in law loved so all in all, it was truly a happy Christmas. It makes it extra special don't you think?
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