....that this year, the Christmas/Holiday Season seems to be welcomed early?  There are several radio stations that are already playing Christmas music, retailers (such as mine) are setting up their holiday aisles (early as usual), but are met with more compliments than, "this is too early" remarks, and, even with this recession in our midst, spirits seem to be uplifted.

Is it that we are in the face of a positive change?  That, in these darker times, people realize there isn't too much we can do, but to focus on positive ideas, thoughts and giving to others in more need than ourselves?  That some songs can't help but uplift our spirits?  That cheery, holiday lights seem to brighten things?

Can we carry this over all year long?

Thursday.....Thanksgiving......our Christmas lights go up.  The turkey cooks all day.  Our Christmas Yule Log DVD will be playing all day (along with Rosie O'Donnell's Christmas CD!), L's 4-tiered trains will be constructed, the house will be warm and tasty odors will be wafting throughout, and the Seahawks will be on National TV against the Cowboys, we get to dress up.....

Only things missing will be when my kids and grandkids don't show up and enter into the festivities to help celebrate.  Calls will be made, though!  But this is where memories will be evoked from past celebrations and love.

ENJOY!!!!!  Especially this year.