Early Xmas in Florida

Because we have our real Xmas back home in Canada we have a mini Xmas here. As many gifts are shared it would be impossible or ridiculous to take them home only to bring them back in a few weeks. We have a happy hour and exchange our personal gifts here. It has become a tradition and it gets us in the Christmas spirit.

We have our decorations around the house and our home made star in the lanai and with the Xmas music playing everywhere you go you become totally immersed in the spirit. My surprise gift this year came on Black Friday when the girls gave me a new ride on lawn mower. It was very appropriate and our yard and lawns reflect the care given by this mechanical wonder.

The girls were showered with clothes and of course for Doris candy for her sweet tooth.With all the fuss and attempts to make it real the missing component was family to share the excitement and happiness of the moment. We are fortunate as we have a second chance in the next few days to experience that special feeling when we will be home with family. This was just a rehearsal for the real thing.