Hurry Christmas, Hurry Fast

In the words of Alvin and the Chipmunks, "Hurry Christmas, Hurry Fast... We can hardly stand the wait, Please Christmas don't be late!"

I'm one of the goofy individuals who adore everything about Christmas.  The lights, the tree, the ornaments, the cookies, the food, the songs, the wrapping, the gift giving, the gift giving, etc - you get the point.

However, this year I just want it to hurry up and be over already.

The rush of orders at my workplace is amazingly overwhelming - which added to the business practices (or lack thereof) cause more work and much more stress.  I've been working 6 days a week at an average of 10 hours per day.  Needless to say, I'm tired and ready for it to be over.  Christmas doesn't hold any joy because I haven't had any time to really enjoy December.

No time for leisurely listening to Christmas music on the weekends.  Fighting for time to decorate the tree and house.  No time to think about what gifts to give others, so I've only just started my Christmas shopping this week.  I haven't even had time to bake... and I love baking, especially Christmas cookies.  *sigh*

My job has consumed me.  My husband,  God love him, has been helping out the best he can.  He's been cooking more meals, helping with more laundry, cleaning the house by  himself, and even opening my garage door for me in the evening.  I'd be so overwhelmed without him.  I keep making an extra point to give him more hugs, kisses, and just generally tell him how much I appreciate the help.

"We've been good, but we can't last.  Hurry Christmas, Hurry Fast"