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14.3.2008 - Presence not presents
Its my birthday in a month, and I have never shied away from making a big deal of it, and of course getting everyone to make a big deal out of me! However as an increasingly busy mum, I am finding the emphasis on birthdays a little less important nowadays. Our family is, in essence, a non present-giving family. We believe that the best gifts should be given from the heart, at a spontaneous occasion, born from love and imagination, not duty. Of course I spoil the kids rotten at Christmas and on their birthdays, but I also make sure that these occasions are full of many home-made and crafty celebratory ideas. I will post some of these ideas for kids parties at a later date. But it is so lovely to feel special, and as my 28th birthday draws near, I am beginning to realise that there is not much in the way of material goods that will make my special day complete. In reality, I can buy almost anything I really want, and I am also consciously trying to live less of a consumer lifestyle. I have decided that this year, all I want (and need) is time. The most precious commodity I can think of - and priceless! On my actual birthday I will take some time out for 'me time'. A haircut, coffee and a relaxed browse through some Opp Shops should do the trick nicely. Back home to make play-dough, play cars on the floor, run around at the park - quality 'kid time'. With no cooking, cleaning, sorting, organising to think about at all. Finally a good dose of 'hubby time' - either a good wholesome meal out, or tickets to a band, show or concert should make my day complete! And everyone wins! But don't get me wrong, I am a buddha-in-training, and I cannot overcome the exciting, but relatively superficial joy of receiving a nice thoughtful wrapped present! Share and enjoy |
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 I am a 27 year old mother, wife, friend, sister, massage therapist, artist, sewer, runner, cook....trying to take time to appreciate, reflect upon and remember the simple pleasures in my busy modern life. Recent Posts
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