Just a thought...

It happens every year.
No sooner have the candy corn and costumes been condemned to the "clearance rack" , that retailers prepare for the next major American holiday...Christmas. Yes, sad as this is, the holiday commercials have begun to air, seasonal decorations adorn the aisles of stores, even ABC family has a countdown to the "25 Days of Christmas". Every year this happens, and every year I note the absurdity of it all. Do not get my wrong; I enjoy the Christmas season as much as anyone, but how come it is so difficult for Americans to enjoy the moment? To me, this is one of the most beautiful and tranquil times of the year in terms of nature. The weather is crisp, the leaves on the trees have finally strayed from their uniform green, to that beautiful amalgamation of orange, yellow, and red, before they begin the decent to the ground. Thanksgiving is also less than two weeks away. Why would one want to skip over this? I understand that this is America, and time is money, but to me, something as precious as time should not be hurried. Can't we all just stop rushing and just enjoy the moment for once? Constantly waiting for the next "big thing", only paves the way for missed opportunities. Even if I cannot change the minds of others, I know I will enjoy all of the beauty that autumn has to offer until its time has passed. My only embrace of the Christmas season until the first of December shall be having my pumpkin spice in a seasonal red cup (only because I don't have a choice there : ) ), as I eagerly await chestnut stuffing and pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving. Mmmmmmmm.