Over

My birthday is over. Christmas is over. 

I suppose for what I expected out of them, they were good. There were high points. I talked to my cousin for quite a bit last night and that was good. Our meal today was excellent. 

My roommate and I have carved out rituals for ourselves throughout the month. Things we watch. Things we consume. Places we go. So much of the holiday season is sensory. We both know we can be overwhelmed by that, so small bits at a time are the best.

We'll keep our decorations up until New Year's and then they'll be packed away until next December. I'm going to enjoy our lights for another week and feel happy about them. 

I won't say my holiday was perfect, but it was good enough.