End Of An Era
Posted By Kristabella on December 8, 2009
I never found that post I wrote on my iPhone. And because I was so exhausted when I wrote it, I don’t even remember what it said besides “I had a good time! I want the Martells to adopt me! Bella told me I’m the ‘best Kristin ever!’ Pig was a theme of the weekend! Which is funny since I was staying at a house full of Jews! Atlanta FTW!”
So yeah. That’s about it. The post wasn’t even that good. I wrote it more for something to write, since it had been nearly a week since my last new post. Honestly, the most blog-worthy part of it was meeting that girl who worked with Slapdick Consulting. And I already told you that.
Instead, I shall tell you something that may or may not make you sad. I have decided………(drum roll)………………I’m not sending out Christmas cards this year.
(Audible GASP from the audience)
So if you’ve been waiting to see what my card was going to be, looking for it in your mailbox, you can stop looking. I have ended a short-lived tradition.
The reason I’m doing it is mostly a cost and time thing. Also, I didn’t have anyone super, duper famous, just a bunch of ex-reality show contestants. My heart just wasn’t in it. Sending all those cards gets pricey. I know a lot of effing people! So I think it was a wise choice to not send them. Especially since I just had to pay my property taxes and that was A LOT of money. (Look at me being a responsible home owner!)
I am sad though. I loved sending cards. For some of the people that I sent cards to, it was a way to keep in touch, once a year, to let them know I still think of them and am happy to know them. But alas, this year they will think I don’t like them anymore and they got booted from the list. (Which would probably only be the case with some of the people.) (Not you reading this, of course.) (Well, maybe you.)
I made this decision a few weeks ago. I knew it was time to be ordering the cards and it just felt like a chore. It felt like the right decision. No typing up labels, and buying stamps and licking close to 200 envelopes! But now that I’ve started to get some cards in the mail from friends, I’m bummed that I didn’t do it. Well, not bummed enough to actually send out cards, mind you.
So there you go. No KJ with a Famous Person card this year. I’m hoping to pick up the tradition next year and just tell everyone that I was on sabbatical or something.
Maybe I’ll send an ecard. That’s free! And easier! Or just tell everyone to look at this post at the old cards to let them know I wish them a holiday season full of cheer.
Can I just pick it up again next year like nothing happened? Have you stopped crying from the SHOCK of it yet? Will you ever forgive me? How about you? Do you send cards?
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I actually did gasp out loud…even though I know you would have been talking about if if you were sending them. Pick it up next year…more of a surprise to everyone…”KJ is back”…..I have the cards hanging on my wall at work year round so I’m good. Plus Mongo McMichael just friended me on facebook (?) so your first possibility is already here.
I send cards to a small group, keeps the cost down, stamps are expensive yo, and I just wish my online peeps a merry christmas online because that keeps it real, or something.
Sprog decided on the pics for the card this year and I have already ordered them. Snapfish does this thing where you can get them at Walgreens so I already picked them up. Our insurance agent sends us holiday labels every year so that’s done, I just need to buy some stamps and get to addressing.
.-= Raven´s last blog ..I love the outlet mall and it loves my money =-.
whatever…you are totally just lazy…since I know of a really good photo of you and a celebrity (or two, if you count me)
heh.
.-= ali´s last blog ..I Should Probably Stick to My Day Job. =-.
Pick it up next year – I’m sure everyone will be fine with it. And if they aren’t, that’s lame on their part.
Good luck in getting your picture with someone famous for next year!
.-= Kristin´s last blog ..Waiting =-.
I stopped buying cards when I spent $65 on mothers days cards. Yow-zah! I find that the older folks prefer a phone call, though I have to shut off my phone first thing in the morning to avoid the barrage of mass holiday texts.
.-= thecoconutdiaries´s last blog ..The OTHER First Time =-.
you could make an e-card and send it out. then you send it, maybe write a little note and save money!
.-= michele (mouthy_broad)´s last blog ..June is for Camping =-.
I usually send cards and love everything about it, but this year I just don’t feel like it. I never thought I could be all mailed out, but I just have no desire to even address the cards this year. So.. no cards. For SHAME!
Hey – cards aren’t as important as knowing you and caring about you. And being able to feel like having been included on the list – if there were a list.
.-= lceel´s last blog ..It’s Tuesday – They Must be Belgians!! =-.
Normally I never send cards, but this year I sent them to those whom I know I will need to use as a reference next year. Heh. Yeah. I’m really that transparent and shameless.
I think there’s nothing wrong with picking it up again next year if you want to. With the economy the way it is I think less people are doing the paper cards, but there’s always a few who will insist on still sending them.
I used to send them a lot, but the last couple of years have had me sending them out for my company and when I’m doing around 100+ I want nothing to do with it when I get home.
.-= Cass´s last blog ..Thanksgiving meme, or one to do while passing the time. =-.
I was just going to email you for your address, but I guess I don’t need to send you one now.
I’M KIDDING. Address, please. 🙂
.-= Angella´s last blog ..Seven Pounds =-.
I only bought a few holiday cards this year (WAIT UNTIL YOU SEE and then you’ll know why), so I’m only sending a few. Which reminds me: address please.
.-= Kerri Anne´s last blog ..I Just Like To Smile; Smiling’s My Favorite. =-.
You can totes pick it up again next year.
I don’t ever send cards. I just know I would wait until the last minute and then it would be New Years.
.-= Scarlet´s last blog ..I’ve Never Understood =-.
Except for the actual day of Christmas Eve (we celebrate on the Eve), the rest of Chirstmas can suck it, Carol.
.-= JRM´s last blog ..December =-.
I hope Bacon is sending out cards…
Don’t worry about it. If you decide that next year you want to send cards again, go for it. I don’t send cards every year, but I plan on sending some this year.
I recently stumbled across your blog and love it!
I’ve decided (I think? Unless I decide to change my mind in the next few days) to forego the Christmas cards as well this year, but every time one comes in the mail, my heart breaks a little more.
I pretty much chalk my lack of cards this year to sheer laziness. I just wasn’t in the mood, but I do plan to resume sending them next year. Maybe.
I’m quite indecisive…as you can see 🙂
Aww, man. There goes the highlight of going to the mailbox for me this month! You know I’ll still love you, though.
Dude, I’m proud of myself if I manage to send a Christmas email.
.-= Moose´s last blog ..Layer Eight Wants Chicken Pot Pie =-.
I’m a totaly holiday failure – I have never sent holiday cards. When I was dating, I said I would when we were engaged. When we were engaged, I said I would when we were married. When we got married, I said I would when we bought a house.
I guess I just don’t care. 🙂
.-= TUWABVB´s last blog ..Austin BlogHer Holiday Party =-.
I just finished my cards today and while I am happy NOW, during the filling out, addressing and MAKING of the 100 cards I am sending? I wish I’d gone your route.
.-= Amy — Just A Titch´s last blog ..Best of ‘09: Best Place =-.
Your celeb card will be missed! But it is totally understandable! You had a super busy year and there is no need to stress over sending a Christmas card!