Come away with me in the night
Come away with me
And I will write you a song
Come away with me on a bus
Come away with me where they can't tempt us
With their lies
I want to walk with you, on a cloudy day
In fields where the yellow grass grows knee kigh
So won't you try to come
Come away with me and we'll kiss
On a mountain top
Come away with me
And I'll never stop loving you
And I want to wake up with the rain falling on a tin roof
While I'm safe there in your arms
So all I ask is for you to come away with me in the night
Come away with me


Norah Jones.

Its 3.50am, I just got back to my room, And alas, its Christmas.

I feel like i spent the entire year, waiting and yearning for all the festivities and joyful celebrations which come with the territory of the season of love, giving, family and an accumulation of wonderful memories. And its finally here. At last. The only trepidation i feel encompassed by my overwhelming embracement of the holiday, is that after the incredibly long wait, its all gonna be over so soon. As is the case with most good things.

Christmas is by far my favourite holiday. It outranks any other competing season or holiday, even my birthday and New Year. Its the time when the whole world unites, regardless of race or religion, whether or not you're christian and believe in the spiritual aspect of the day, you somehow just can't help but be caught up with the vibrant colours, enthusiastic caroling, the hustle and bustle of last minute shopping for loved one on the 24th of dec. Its so intrinsic that its hard to describe. but its one of those feelings which only christmas is blessed to deliver to recipients all around the world.

This christmas was a radically special one. Firstly cause its our first xmas in our new house. but also cuz, for the first time in 2 whole years, the WHOLE family is together, conjugated in one place. and the feeling i get as a result of that is indescibable. Beyong words. Beyond tears, even beyong emotions. Its that powerful. Its been a long time coming, and i'm glad we're finally all here. I missed it all. All in all, this xmas has been perfect. Having said that, it doesnt mean that it was without flaws. Oh no! not even close! The day started out with me being rudely awoken from a deep slumber (having a VERY nice dream might i add), to o some last minutes xmas shopping, and having been told that it would be no longer than a hour, i decided to wear my fav pair of heels. BIG mistake. Turns out it took about 5 hours, and 1/2way through that, my feet were killing me so bad that i was nothing short of FORCED to buy a pair of flip flops. Then came the wrapping of the pressies at home. and, omg, they just came one after another. But the point i'm trying to make here is that, it was perfect in all its imperfections. It was those flaws and mishaps which make unforgettable memories. My memories; of the neverending bouts and flares of anger, all that impeccable noise, and the general chaotic ambiance which tends to surround any of our family occasions. And i love every minute of it.

Alright, i'm out! Stories and pics of the day will follow soon. But for now, i'm perfectly contented, falling into slumber with the radient pure glow the full moon exudes, substituting for the light my bedside lamp usually provides, and the soothing melody of the carol "What child is this" which is currently playing on the radio. Its lulling me to sleep, and i'm only too happy to oblige. Its been a magical time. So beautiful, that this is one of those that you wish never goes away. If only i could put this day on repeat.

Did i mention that i absolutely ADORE christmas!!!!? Night world! and have a BLESSED CHRISTMAS!!