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Saturday, December 26, 2009
Merry Christmas to all
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12/26/2009
This year was the first Christmas in my entire life I did not spend with my parents and my older ( and only) sister. I was a bit nervous and a bit sad in the days leading up to the holiday.
My parents moved south a little over a year ago and just didn't feel like making the drive this year. Understandable. Because I started work with a new company this year and am saving the little bit of vacation that I have earned for a family cruise in February, we just couldn't make the drive down to them either.
My sisters work schedule also put a damper on the holiday with her working on Christmas morning. She also lives a short drive away and the trip wouldn't be feasible.
The Christmas holiday was just me and my girls. And although it was different. A real change. It was really nice. I love my girls dearly and love that they love hanging out with their mother. Christmas eve my older daughter had to work a few hours.
My youngest and I headed to my best friends house for her family party. Great food, great company and all around love.
Christmas morning was different too.
I missed my son. I missed my parents. I missed my sister. We all spoke on the phone and it made it better. But time with my girls is priceless and we had a wonderful holiday. The gifts were great!
The food was awesome. The company was priceless. We laughed until we hurt all over.
A New Year is coming upon us and boy do I need a new start! Wishing for the coming year to bring you and yours Peace and love and Harmony... ahh yes Harmony.
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Wonderful pictures. Sounds like you had a good day yesterday. May 2010 bring you much happiness.
ReplyDeleteloved the pictures! I know there were some sad moments, but it seems you found the happiness within the hurt! I hope the new year brings you peace and harmony! Merry christmas and a happy new year!
ReplyDeleteBJ- Thank you. We had a wonderful Christmas. I am hoping for a great 2010 and Wish the same and more for you and yours
ReplyDeleteDebbie- It was a tough year for me and for you. We both found the happiness and peace. Happy New year to you as well. This is our new beginning.
Merry Christmas to you too!! Here's to a wonderful new year
ReplyDeleteHAPPY NEW YEAR! I like the start of the new year much more than the end of the old one.
ReplyDeleteDH- A very Happy New year to you as well. Lets rock 2010.
ReplyDeleteAW- Welcome to my blog and thank you for the comment. This year in particular I am looking forward to a new beginning and a great New Year