Merry Christmas from Spitfire Designs Jewelry!

December 18th, 2012

This is a hard time of year. With the recent shooting in CT and so many focusing on such an awful occurrence with no clear answers or words to make it right, I have been trying to think positively and be happy for a few things that have really made me happy this year. I just can’t watch the news anymore and I don’t want to see their faces. How awful to see their cute pudgy cheeks. Nope…I need a good movie, or a laugh with a friend.

For one, I realized that I have some truly good friends. Friends that you may not talk to all of the time, but a kind text or email lets you know that you are very much being thought of. Friends that have come through and fabulous people that are in my life. Maybe it’s because I put that wish out there for some good people to come into my life and it’s happened. Throw it out to the universe and the universe brings it to you.

I am happy for all of the concerts and music I have seen this year! I love music and if there was anything else I could do other than make jewelry, being in the music industry would be it! But, unfortunately, I have no talent when it comes to singing or instruments. I know good music when I hear it, but that’s it. I do sing anyway in spite of bothering many of my friends and loved ones!  My neighbor told me last year that she thought I was being hurt, that it sounded like I was crying when I was singing….ummm….really?  She called me at 1 AM to make sure I was ok.  She thought I was being hurt.  How’s that for you?  Thanks!  MERRY CHRISTMAS!  Oh well.

I am thankful for my mom being alive. At 83 and not having the best health, it’s priceless to me that she is still here. I know there will come a day when that will not be the case, so for now, I am grateful that she is still in my life. Boy, will I ever miss her….

I am grateful for my family and nieces. I am grateful to a cousin that brought hope to my Mom and I. A wonderful and happy Thanksgiving was had.

I am grateful for having a refrigerator full of food, heat in my home, and some beautiful things. That’s right, “things.” No one wants to talk about “things”…it’s bad to like “things!” I like my new clothes that are fun and free spirited, I love a diamond ring I treated myself to and a gorgeous purse that better last me for a long time. Things can be a good time and if you work hard for them, they are a symbol. We deserve things! What is life without some fun baubles, clothes and things?? I love my new iPod and it is worth gold to me. No more Nano, I need major storage of songs. I love it so much that the dork in me has surfaced…I bought a special gel with a British flag for its’ protection! Scratches on my iPod? Absolutely not. And, I love that I am going to see “Dave Matthews Band” this Saturday night. Twice in one year. Seeing DMB is better than Christmas. It too is a religious experience and I am ready after working my a$$ off. Let the good times roll and let it begin at Xfinity with a martini.

And, to the business. I feel so happy for my business. I love what I do, as many know. I love it and it makes me feel good. It’s rewarding and not because of money. If the business went under, which lets face it…you can’t be too cocky, I would continue making jewelry, for me. But I am so grateful for having so many people that love my work and this year confirmed it. Thank you and Merry Christmas!

I wish for everyone to have a Merry Christmas. We all deserve peace, hope and things to be thankful for. Enjoy your family and friends. Laugh and cry if you need to, but be grateful. Christmas can be mixed with so many emotions, but even in the darkest of moments, you can find something to be thankful for. For you, for your children and for your family.

Merry Christmas, everyone!