It's almost Christmas -- in fact, it's almost the end of 2015. It's been quite a year. It started out just fine, and I was enjoying my new number after last December's birthday. It was an odd one -- not divisible by anything without a decimal point, and I always find that fun. However, apparently life felt compelled to challenge me this year and threw a couple of hurdles in my way. Nothing I wasn't able to overcome, but it did throw me off my planned route for a bit...or at least a little off stride, but thanks to my friends and family, it all remains unseen to the public, and that's just the way it'll stay for now.
I'm looking forward to the next few weeks at home with family and friends, and getting some quality knitting time to finish some projects. The start of this holiday was marked with two departures -- the first, my "rent-a-kid" (he's not a kid, but a sensitive, responsible young man I've known since his birth 23 years ago). He's been hanging out with me for the past few years as he finishes his post-secondary career path, and he's been a real pleasure to have around. His future decisions may steer him back to education, and he knows he's welcome any time! The second departure will see one of my brothers away for Christmas -- and not with our family. This will be a change in our routine, but will be an adventure for him, so I hope he enjoys it!
For my friends and family, here's my Christmas and New Year's wish for each of you:
May the fond memories of the past year rise to the surface and help you float above all the challenges and issues that may have tried to sideline you.
May you invest time with friends and family this season -- and all year long -- because the rewards are long-lasting and not subject to recession.
May you find good health, happiness and a sense of comfort in your heart when you reflect on what you've accomplished and where you are in your life.
And may you look ahead -- not back -- with a smile on your face, a willingness to explore, and a graciousness to help.
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a goodnight...
