My destress handbook...

During the hectic Christmas shopping time I can feel the stress closing in...between work, shopping, holiday decorating (which I keep to a minimum) and all the other craziness that goes on I sometimes feel completely overwhelmed. When I start to feel too much like a crazy person and I find myself getting a little, well, less than pleasant with my fellow man, I try to remember what makes me happiest of all and the stress starts to release its hold on me...

 This person makes me very happy

these boys bring me joy and humor

these women supply me with unconditional love

these folks remind me that family isn't only bound by blood

this group of crazies are my hope for the future

 So the next time you find yourself overwhelmed by life's demands, take a step back and remember what is truly important...love of family...