holiday plans

We decided not to go to Florida this December, marking only the 2nd year out of 6 that David and I have not done that. With a two year old, our perspective is different. Of all the things we could do with her in Florida, either they're financially out of reach (e.g. Disneyworld) or they're the same things we can do here (e.g. park, toy stores, climbing steps). Canoeing on clear waters has always been our main attraction, and sure we could take her in the canoe and she would probably like it -- for a few minutes. It doesn't seem worth all the effort and expense.

So we're having a vacation at home. I'm taking off work next week and lining up a few babysitters so that we can see a movie every day next week. I'm going to do some writing, and try new games and activities with E that I usually don't have time or energy for. Baking cookies, maybe. More playing outdoors. And all the Christmas prep will have to happen next week as well. I'm really looking forward to this! The other thing I'm looking forward to is Santa Claus visiting our house on Christmas Eve -- this will be the first year we're home for him.