Xmas 2009

Well, that was different. Different than I imagined, for sure, but also different than I have ever experienced. Since my mom was still recuperating from surgery and I couldn't be in Pittsburgh for both Xmas and her birthday she chose I go for her birthday which is on the 28th. That meant it was my first Xmas ever that I celebrated without my parents and my sisters. That was different for sure, but for me it was just perfect because it was low key and simple and took my mind off of my baby girl. On Christmas Eve I bought this perfect meal which made me feel close to my little pumpkin and ate it while listening to some lovely Christmas music.


On Christmas morning my darling cousin stopped by my house as soon as his plane landed. What a perfect start to the day! I served up some homemade quiche and brewed some Ethiopian coffee that I had purchased directly from a merchant when volunteering in Addis.



Then later on in the day I drove up to Baltimore and had dinner with my aunt and most of my cousins who I usually don't see on Xmas. I had my camera but was so caught up in conversation and laughter that I forgot to pull it out! It was a lovely evening and I felt surrounded by the kind of warmth and love that only family can bring.

It was special. But next year... next year-- baby, you will be here and I can't wait!!