The kids were asking what presents I would like, so I thought I should write down my Christmas wish list.
So sorry kids, this is going to be absolutely no help to you whatsoever (but I’ve had a lot of fun dreaming about the possibilities!).
A European River Cruise – At the risk of sounding like a broken record, I love cruising holidays. So if cost was no object, the hubster and I would waste no time in setting off on a European river cruise, floating down the Rhine, the Seine, the Danube … heck all of them. Why not go for broke I say!
A White Christmas – I’ve only ever experienced Christmas in Australia, with plenty of sun, surf, sand and seafood. Imagine instead, going ice skating in front of the Rockefeller Centre in New York. Or the Christmas markets in Europe …
A Trip to Japan – I also have a yen (excuse the pun!) to visit Japan in cherry blossom season.
Actually come to think of it, there are so many places across the world that I’d like to visit and experience – so let’s just say TRAVEL full stop!
A New Car – There is nothing wrong with the car I’ve got. Well, except for a few scratches (oops, darn shopping trolleys and bollards that get in the way). And working from home, it’s not as if I use it a lot. But still … I’ve had the same car since 2009 and dream of something newer and flasher. (In the real world, probably not a good idea. At least with my old car I don’t worry if I happen to scrape against the mailbox again!).
A New House – I don’t mind the actual house we are in. But … a bit more room would be lovely; parking in particular is at a premium (with kidults, it’s a constant game of musical cars).
I hate that we are on a small block in the thick of suburbia, where I can’t open my windows for a breeze because instead the neighbours’ smoke drifts in. And if I set foot out on the patio, the dog on the other side barks at me. Plus I feel like the people there are always staring in, so I have to keep the blinds drawn.
A New Bedroom Suite – Technically there is nothing wrong with our current solid timber bedroom furniture. It’s just we’ve had it nearly 27 years and I’m longing for something light, bright and white. I’ve been looking for months and just haven’t seen anything I actually like! The fashion seems to be for low furniture these days, and pieces that don’t actually have much in the way of storage. So I guess I’ll just keep looking …
Upgrade My Wedding Rings – Do you like my wedding set? Aren’t they beautiful? Look at the size of that diamond! If only it was real … yes, the truth is we bought this set for all of $40 but we both love it so much – imagine if it was real!
Win Big on Lotto or Scratchies – As I don’t actually buy any tickets, this could be quite a challenge. Meh, details!
Okay, time to stop thinking of myself …
The Perfect Job for the Hubster – I’m not too sure what that might be, all I know is that life seems mighty unfair sometimes (for him, not me). While I get to work from home, doing what I love, sadly he is the opposite. If you look up the expression “over-worked and underpaid” online, you will see the hubster’s photo. Plus there’s a 50 minute drive each way – no wonder he comes home exhausted, too tired to do much more than crash in front of the TV at night. I’d love to see him doing something he loves and that energises, instead of exhausts, him! Or maybe he should just retire and be done with it?!
A House Each for My Kids – Or at the very least a sizeable deposit. Would love to give them a leg up into their grown up lives!
Or I could make like a Miss Universe contestant and wish for world peace! But what’s really on my heart is …
For People to get their Cats Fixed – It breaks my heart to see so many unwanted kittens and cats especially at this time of year. Please, if you have a cat pet of any sort, do the right thing!
More Accommodation for Women in Need – I’ve touched on the plight of homeless women before. It’s time we stopped “researching” the problem and actually provided some accommodation.
So there you have it, my Christmas wish list. Would any of these be on your dream list?!
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