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Originally Posted by PurpleFoot721
Well, I am not entirely sure how this Christmas is going to go for me. This is the year that we are supposed to be with my side of the family at my parents house up north. We were planning on taking the trip in our van where I could lay down in the back to keep my leg elevated. Unfortunately the van broke down the other day, and we are now left with our classic pick-up to drive around in which only has a bench seat in it. I know I can't handle the 3 1/2 hour trip without a way to elevate my leg, so last night I had to call my mom, and tell her that we will not be making it up this year. It really broke my heart to have to do that. I haven't had the chance to make it up there in 6 years and was looking forward to seeing how there house is coming along.
On a brighter side though, my husband and I are celebrating our 6th anniversary on the 26th. Since we can't make it up to my parents for the holidays, we decided to have several of our friends over to celebrate the holidays as well as our anniversary. One of our friends happens to be a great chef, so she is planning on cooking us a wonderful meal. It won't quite make up for not being with my family, but having close friends around for the holidays is the next best thing and sure does come close.
I hope everyone has a very happy holidays!
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Ugh, I know the feeling. While I was in the Ministry, I could never go home for Christmas because I preached at about 3 or 4 worship services over Christmas (sometimes more), and I'd be totally exhausted by the time that was over with. So, I never made it home ever to see everybody. Now that I have CRPS, I'm not able to go, because of my pain. And having so many in my family, it would really mess everything up to try to get everyone to come here for Christmas, so for their sake, I won't mess up the traditions that we have established for years in terms of whose house everyone goes to on Christmas eve and Christmas day. Like you, it's been years since I've been there with everyone. I'm thrilled that you have the great friends that you do that will get together with you to celebrate. Having the Chef will make it extra wonderful too. Happy Anniversary! Do you have your husband trained yet? *GRIN* And Merry Christmas to both you and him. I love Christmas, especially for the sake of family and friends. How wonderful that you also get to celebrate your wedding day all in one. What a great holiday celebration. What type of Chef is your friend?