had more energy for the ordinary things that make a home feel comfortable during the holidays.
Instead of spending every spare moment planning purchases, she could concentrate on food, decorations, family visits, and the activities she genuinely enjoyed.
The change did not make December completely free of responsibilities. There were still groceries to buy, meals to prepare, and events to attend.
However, it removed one major source of unnecessary pressure.
For the first time in a long while, the woman felt that she was participating in Christmas rather than managing