Last Thursday, my husband and a dear friend of ours honored our yearly Christmas Tradition – a trip to Kringle Market at the Daley Center Plaza.
Our friend, so dear, has become my “adopted mother” and I, her “adopted daughter”. At this busy time of year, rather than gift giving, we decided to establish our own tradition. Rather than gift giving, what we desire is more time together – so this yearly tradition was born.
My mother, Carole, shared with me about her own mother-daughter tradition. Every holiday season, Carole’s mother would take her to downtown Chicago. Their destination? Marshall Field’s on State Street for lunch in the Walnut Room under the grand Christmas tree. Carole shared with me that no matter how busy, no matter how tight the finances, or other obligations, her mother always made time for this mother-daughter adventure.
We visited the Walnut Room last week. I had not been back for many years. I learned that Carole had not been back since being there with her mother. As we gazed upon the tree, the diners, and enjoyed the holiday buzz, the moment Carole and I shared was magical. For her, these joy-filled memories of cherished time spent with her mother fill her heart today.
This year, why not establish your own tradition? Review your current traditions and eliminate those that are no longer fulfilling. . . gifts we give/receive are gone and forgotten. Memories of traditions with friends and family last a lifetime.
Carole Miller is a realtor in Geneva. Check out her website: carole@classicRealtyHome.com. Even if you’re not in the market for a home, Carole can keep you informed and updated on the market information and pojections. At the very least, get to know this wonderful woman!
