For starters, the chopped spinach for the spinach dip is continuing to thaw for tomorrow so I can make it today. What remains is watching this year’s Christmas.

In having another day off, I’ll be able to relax. I will return to work on January 1, 2026.

That’s the gist of it. Time to get ready and watch that footage.

Today’s high is going to be 26 degrees and the silver lining is being able to reflect on 2025 and everything that has happened this year.

To those of you who are reflecting on 2025, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

Muse: 2025 was a good year. And it’s going to end good with me being a fairy now. Tee hee!

Twin Muse: Same here, twinnie! Isn’t it great being a fairy? Tee hee! *sips coffee*

Today is going to be a movie day.

At around 1:50, I will be seeing the movie David with my brother, mom, dad, and niece.  That is pretty much this day in a nutshell.  Time to get ready.

Today’s high is going to be 43 degrees and the silver lining is seeing a movie today.

To those of you who like watching movies with the family, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

 

Muse: Another movie!  That looks like a good one!

Twin Muse: I’m buying the popcorn!  Just let me know when you’re leaving, twinnie!

With Christmas being over, I will now share with you the Christmas that I experienced.

When I woke up, my brother and my mom were the only ones up.  I did my devotional and waited for dad to get up.

Eventually, my dad woke up.  We then waited for Mitch and my sister Rachel to arrive with my two nieces.

We then had a biscuit and gravy egg dish with hash browns before we opened our gifts.

After that, we started opening the gifts.  This is what it looked like before.

Muse:  Wow!  That’s a lot of gifts!

Twin Muse:  There’s so many!

I know.  This is what it looked like after we opened them.

Muse:  That reminds me of the gifts that I opened couple days ago.  The tree looked just like that when we were done.

Twin Muse:  She’s right.  Not a single gift in sight!

It always does.  But it was fun while it lasted.

After that, I took inventory of my gifts.  For those of you who are wondering, this is what I got for Christmas.

Muse:  That’s a lot of gifts!  For me, I got mostly books this year.

Twin Muse: BOOKS?  I got mostly video games this year!

I know.  I’m guessing that you both had a good Christmas.

Muse:  We did.  All the Intangibles came over to our house and we celebrated Christmas there.  Besides books, I got some jewelry, some lipstick and a couple of electronics.

Twin Muse:  I also got some cool things, too!  I got a new hair drier and coffee maker!  It’s a Keurig!

That’s a lot of good gifts.  Moving on with the recap, I got ready and I went over to my grandmas.  Me, my brother, my parents, my sister and her husband, my two nieces, my grandma, my aunt and uncle, my cousin, my other aunt and uncle, my cousin and her husband, all had dinner, gift exchange, had dessert, and came home.  The dinner was prime rib, mashed potatoes, green beans, brussel sprouts, black and green olives, zucchini casserole, and a dinner roll.  The desserts consisted of leftover Christmas cookies.  I took a wedding cake cookie, a peanut butter blossom, a chocolate crinkle, a thumb print cookie, a round coconut chocolate cookie, a blondie, a cranberry orange shortbread cookie, and a lemon bar after the gift exchange.

Muse:  That’s quite a spread!  The food that we had was a little different, since not everyone there liked Tangible food.

Twin Muse:  Yup!  It was quite different!  Very good but different than yours!

Yes.  And what’s sad is that it’s probably going to be the last Christmas at grandma’s house.  The house needs to be sold so it will be somewhere else next year.

Muse:  That’s too bad!

Twin Muse:  But on the bright side, you’ll have the start of a new tradition!

I surely will!  Well, that’s the gist of it.  Having shared that with you, I now want to enjoy the rest of my day.

Muse:  I want to get back to reading myself.  See you later!

Twin Muse:  And I need to get back to playing my new game.  See you later!

I now get to enjoy the rest of my day.  With Christmas over, I’ll be enjoying 5 more days of vacation (not including today).  Today’s high is going to be 33 degrees and the silver lining is being able to enjoy the rest of this day and being able to enjoy my Christmas gifts.

To those of you who are enjoying your new gifts, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

 

Muse: I may be small, but I’m going to stay in this fairy form a little longer. Besides, I get to be a small Fairy Muse! I got a lot of gifts this year! And with all those new books, I’m going to have a lot of reading to do. Tee hee…

Twin Muse:  And I get to be a small Fairy Muse too!  Time to jump on all the buttons!  Wow!  Playing this video game is not easy…

Once again, it’s the most wonderful time of the year.  This is, without a doubt, my most favorite holiday.  Christmas morning.  Now it may be early, but I’m up and ready to open my presents.  My parents may still be sleeping, but I’m excited.  If it’s any part of me that has never grown up, it’s the part of me that acts four on Christmas morning.

Muse:  For me, that just happened.  I am so excited!  Tee hee!

Twin Muse:  So am I!  Tee hee!

But for Christmas, how excited are you two?

Muse:  I’m very excited.  Tee hee!  Part of me wants to squeal with excitement, but I will spare you that since I don’t want to wake up your parents.  I’ll do it quietly instead.  *whispering*  Yaaaay!!!!

Twin Muse:  Oh come on, twinnie!  Everyone should be awake by now!  If you want to squeal with excitement, do it!  I know I’m excited!  YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!!!!!!

I can see that one part of you hasn’t grown up either.

Muse:  Who EVER grows up on Christmas morning?  When I wake up on this day, I feel like I’m five again.  Adulthood can wait for one day, can’t it?

Twin Muse:  You feel like you’re five?  Come on, sis!  We’re Intangible!  We can change our ages to whatever we want!  Besides, I literally can’t adult today…*Twin Muse regresses to a five-year-old girl*  Yay!  It’s Christmas!  When are we gonna open up all the presents?

Muse:  *sigh*  If you want to be five, be five.  I am not changing my age…

Twin Muse:  Suit yourself!  *Twin Muse runs in a circle and squeals with excitement*  It’s Christmas!  It’s Christmas!  It’s Christmas!  Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!!!!

As I was saying.  Adulthood can wait.  And I see that you’re cozy with your footie pajamas…

Muse:  I am, and I’m not taking them off.  They feel comfortable and they keep me warm.  You’ve worn them before so you should know, right?

Twin Muse:  I’m in mine, too!  They’re my Frozen footed jammies!  They’re my FAVORITE!

Right.  Getting back to what you said.  Adulthood can wait on Christmas.  Whatever memories I have had when I was younger, they all return on this day.  Now this may differ for some people.  But for most, they can feel some aspect of their childhood calling back…

Muse:  Yes.  And some people fight it and repress it.  They try to hide it, but this is unhealthy.  Everyone.  If you feel excited on this day, don’t hesitate to let it out.  Listen to your memories and set them free.  Remember your youth, and how fun Christmas was for you.  Your memories only want to remind you of this.  Listen to them and recapture the moment.  Take a step back in time.  Christmas only comes once a year!  Tee hee!

Twin Muse:  Or, if you can, change your age back to five!  It’s so much fun!  I can remember everything from kindergarten!

Muse:  Um, sis?  Tangible humans cannot change their ages.  They can only age one second at a time, but can never age in reverse.

Twin Muse:  They’re no fun!  They should learn to do this!  Now when can we open presents?  I wanna open presents!!!!

Muse:  They can’t learn it!  They are not Intangibles!  We are!  Now stop being silly and turn back to your adult age.

Twin Muse:  No!  It’s Christmas so I don’t have to be a grown-up!

Girls!  Let’s get back on track.  I totally agree with letting your childhood run free on this day.  But remember.  There is another side of Christmas.  A side that some people don’t pay attention to.  Christmas is not about presents and Santa Claus.  It’s about the birth of Jesus Christ.

Muse:  Yes.  I also look at the Advent Season when I celebrate this time of year.  We need to know why we give these gifts.

Twin Muse:  I like the story that mommy used to tell us about baby Jesus…

Muse:  Yes.  it’s a great story, isn’t it?

It is.  And we do need to know why we give these gifts.  What can we give to God what he doesn’t already have?  All we can give to him is ourselves.  And while we can’t give anything else to him, we give gifts to others to show our love and appreciation for them.

Muse:  I also think of the Charlie Brown Christmas Special.  It’s the only special where we hear the true meaning of Christmas.

Twin Muse:  Can we watch that?  I wanna watch Charlie Brown Christmas!

Maybe we can watch that later, okay?  And Yes.  We do hear the true meaning of Christmas.  Linus quotes the Christmas story found in Luke.  Matthew refers to the Wise Men delivering gifts to the baby Jesus.

Muse:  What were these gifts for, anyway?  I understand the symbolic meaning behind them.  I believe they were used to pay for the trip to Egypt.

It probably was, for they had to flee from Herod, since he issued orders to kill every firstborn male baby.  Jesus is the reason for the season.  He was born to be the perfect sacrifice.  To bear the sins of humanity so that we may live.

Muse:  It must have been a heavy burden to bear all that.

It was.  Today is indeed a joyful day.

Muse:  Should we make him a birthday cake?  I don’t know what frosting he would like!

Twin Muse:  Maybe we should ask Jesus what frosting he wants?  Let’s ask him!

I think he would be happy with any frosting.  Anyway, I want to wish everyone who is reading this Merry Christmas.  Whether you celebrate one side, both, or don’t celebrate Christmas at all, understand that this is a very special day.  Most importantly because Jesus was born on this day, both for you and for me.  And from this day, many traditions have developed.  The most popular one being the exchange of gifts.

The high today is going to be 36 degrees and the silver lining is celebrating the birth of Christ and the opening of presents.  My parents are still not up.  But when they are, it’s present opening time!

To all of you who celebrate Christmas, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

Muse:  Merry Christmas, Kyle!  My company just arrived so I’ll see you later!  Tee hee…

Twin Muse:  And I’m gonna open my presents!  Yay!

Muse:  *sigh*

Twin Muse:  C’mon sis!  I see it…That look…You really don’t want to be an adult today, do you?

Muse: *sigh*  Urghhh…I can’t…I can’t adult…today…

*Muse regresses to a five-year-old girl*

Muse:  Just for today, sis.  I’m gonna open all my presents!!!!

Twin Muse:  I’m gonna open mine FIRST!

Muse:  No you won’t!  I’m opening mine first!

*both Muse and Twin Muse teleport in a beam of light and run into the living room*

…and all through the house

Kyle’s got no work so there’s no need to grouse

His Santa cap was sitting on the bedpost with care

Reserved just for Christmas to be crowned on his hair

Kyle’s in the midst of his nine-day vacation

Just nine whole days of rest and relaxation

Then out of the oven before they get black

I will feast on few a Christmas snack

Then to herald the evening such a sight it will be

When he attends the Christmas Eve service at Midland Free

Then off to my grandma’s house with plenty of cheer

A gathering with snacks. The company’s near

My aunt and my uncle, my grandma too

And two of my cousins, all this I knew

The gathering warm, the noises were loud

The snacking and chatting from a sizable crowd

The day will be merry, the night will be bright

With plenty of snacks on this cold winter night

Then when I get home, I’ll don my PJ’s quick

So we can see a good Christmas flick

Then after that, it is on to tradition

My brother and me must carry out our mission

The time will be jolly, the room filled with heat

When we both watch The Miracle on 34th Street (1994)

Following that, it’s off to bed

Visions of CDs and games will dance in our heads

Looking at this, that’s all I have to say

Merry Christmas to all and to all a good day

Muse: Christmas is tomorrow! Eee! I’m so excited!

I know! Today is another day where I can take a breather. With me still being between jobs (since my post office job hasn’t started yet), I don’t have to worry about going to work…

Muse: That’s good. Also, all my things are done too. It’s only a matter of time…I’m so excited!

Wait. You’re a fairy? Why are you a fairy?

Muse: I love this form! And it goes so well with Christmas. You know how that is. Tee hee!

Well, if it makes you happy, go ahead. What about being your other transformation? Are you going to abandon that for Christmas?

Muse: I will. I mean, I haven’t been that form for most of the story arc! And from what I heard from the Dark Muse, I don’t have to worry about her bothering me this year. Plus we are on a lot better terms than last year…Besides, she’s my sis!

That’s good to hear. Today is going to be exciting. It will be a day to relax before the excitement tomorrow…

Muse: I’m going to shower. Be back in a bit!

Okay. I need to shower myself.  Well, it’s time to get ready for the day.

Today’s high is going to be 36 degrees and the silver lining is watching the movie with my brother later tonight. This day is going to be quite fun. Having a longer vacation, I don’t have to worry about work for a little while. From today to Monday, I’ll be in my next eight days of vacation mode. It will be a day of snacking, relaxing and visiting with the family.

To all of you who love having some vacation off for Christmas, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

Muse: Tee hee! I can’t wait until tomorrow! I wish I could open my presents early! Eee! I’m so excited! Tee hee…

Twin Muse: Aren’t you excited, twinnie?

Muse: Yes I am, sis! I see you’re also a fairy! Tee hee!

Twin Muse: Why wouldn’t I be? I love fairies! Tee hee! Last one to the egg nog is a loser!

Muse: Oh no you don’t!

Twin Muse: Too late! I already got to the egg nog and… *BURP* I kind of drank it all…

Muse: Kind of? No one “kind of” drinks something…

Twin Muse: I guess you’re right and…eep! Oh no! Hang on, twinnie! I gotta go!

*Twin Muse flies out of the room quickly, leaving behind a dripping trail*

Muse: *sigh* I surely hoped that she packed them. During the last Christmas that I spent with her, I woke up to wet bedsheets. She’s sleeping in her own bed…I know that it can’t be helped. I still do love her…Sis? Are you okay?

*Muse flies out of the room toward the bathroom to check on her twin sister*

If Tom Hanks was a train conductor, this is what he would be shouting outside your house on Christmas Eve.

Now what would Tom Hanks be doing here? Your train has arrived. You stopped believing in Santa Claus so you are now greeted by a magical train. A train bound for the North Pole. Make your decision quick. The train conductor is very strict about being on time and he is not going to wait for you another minute.

If your decision was yes, then welcome aboard. You are on The Polar Express. A special service offered to help kids who have any lingering doubts about the man in red. The ride is free, and every kid will meet Santa before he takes off to deliver his gifts around the world.

Tonight, I will be seeing this movie. If I have said it before, I will say it again. This movie gets better and better every time you see it. It’s magical and nostalgic. Can you remember your childhood memories about Christmas? This movie will bring them all back, because you, the viewer, are riding that train with them.

Muse: So you’re seeing the Polar Express? I LOVE that movie! Rather than seeing it alone, I think I’ll join you.

Twin Muse: So will I! It’s going to be fun!

Please do. Just remember, miss. The conductor does not like to wait. We want to start the movie ON TIME and end ON TIME! We have a tight schedule to keep tonight…

Muse: Okay, Tom Hanks.

Twin Muse: So strict! We WILL be on time…

Besides that, I work a 5 to 9 shift at Little Caesars. After I get home, I’ll watch the movie.

Well, it’s time to get ready for the day.

The high today is going to be 43 degrees and the silver lining will be watching The Polar Express tonight.

To those of you who love reliving your childhood memories through Christmas Movies, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

Muse: To gear up for the movie tonight, I’m brewing up a a large pot of HOT CHOCOLATE! Hot hot! Oh, we got it! I love that movie!

Twin Muse: Hot Chocolate! I LOVE that song! Tee hee!

Since I want to make the most out of this day, I’ll cut to the chase.

I’ll be taking it easy at home, playing more of my game, and working a 4 to 8 shift tonight. After that, I will watch The Nativity Story with my brother.

 

Muse: That is a good movie. I plan on watching it myself…

Twin Muse: Yes! We’ll be watching it together!

I will now get ready.

Today’s high is going to be 36 degrees and the silver lining is watching The Nativity Story with Ryan.

To those of you who look forward to Christmas, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

 

Muse: Oh yeah! There’s one more gift that I forgot to wrap! Better finish wrapping it now…

Twin Muse: What’s taking you so long, twinnie? I’m done wrapping all my gifts!

So am I watching the Christmas of 1988 again? No. It is official. Whether you’re ready or not, it is now officially one week until Christmas.

With that, I’m going to get a few things done today before my 5 to 10 shift later on (OOF!!!  >_<). With Christmas in just a week, I want to be all ready for when it comes.

Oh, and my start date at USPS is January 5th at 7:30 AM.  So yay starting date!

Besides that, there’s nothing else.  That is pretty much this day in a nutshell.  Well, it’s time to get ready for the day.

Today’s high is going to be 45 degrees and the silver lining is having time before my graveyard shift at work.

To those of you who are looking forward to Christmas, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

 

Muse: One more week? I can’t wait!

Twin Muse: It’s time to break out the Christmas movies and specials! And the egg nog and coffee! *sips coffee*

I have just one more gift to wrap and I’ll be done with gifts for real!

Besides that, I am just going to take it easy and look for work, since my first day at the post office hasn’t been announced yet.

Today’s high is going to be 40 degrees and the silver lining is finally being done with wrapping gifts.

To those of you who are still wrapping your gifts, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

 

Muse: Yay! You’re done! Do something worthwhile in the meantime!

Twin Muse: They haven’t contacted you yet? Well, I hope they do soon. Enjoy your Wednesday! *sips coffee*

Just more snow and more job searching.  That’s it.

Today’s high is going to be 23 degrees and the silver lining is looking for more work.

To those of you who are staying warm, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

 

Muse: Time for some hot chocolate!

Twin Muse: *sips coffee* I’m ready too!  Just after I finish this coffee…

That, and I’ll be making Chex Mix with my brother before the movie.  Besides that, I am just going to take it easy. That is pretty much this day in a nutshell.

Today’s high is going to be 24 degrees and the silver lining is seeing Avatar 2 with my brother today.

To those of you who like watching blockbusters on a Sunday, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

 

Muse: Time for the sequel! I have the special collector’s extended edition so I’m ready to go!

Twin Muse: *sips coffee* So am I! I have the snacks ready to go! Time begin the movie!

In preparation for Avatar 3, my brother and I will be seeing both Avatar movies over the course of the weekend.

Today, we will be seeing Avatar.  Avatar 2 will be watched tomorrow.  Besides that,  I am just going to take it easy.  That is pretty much this day in a nutshell.

Today’s high is going to be 21 degrees and the silver lining is seeing Avatar with my brother today.

To those of you who like watching blockbusters on the weekend, I hope that you all have a fantastic day.

 

Muse: Time to watch the first Avatar!  I have already read all the lore and have even learned the Na’vi language!

Twin Muse: *sips coffee* So have I!  I have the snacks ready to go!  Time begin the movie!