Eat, Drink & feel the warmth of LOVE
A Christmas Story is playin - always love that one. Ralfie! Love it when he says, “SHHIIII” when he’s helpin’ his Dad change the tire then he gets soap in his mouth. I adore that one. One time, I did that and man - I had to chew soap.
It was a really good day. The Cat couple came over and brought a beautiful honey baked ham. I bought a zillion dollars worth of side dishes: green beans, brussel sprouts, squash, mash taters, rolls, one apple - one sweet potato, one tiny chocolate pecan pie at Whole Paycheck:) yesterday morning so I was all ready for their arrival at 11:45 today.
They brought me the most awesome present imaginable. I was so moved that I cried. Julie brought me her beloved Tibetan tiger prayer rug that was hanging on her wall that I’ve admired for the past 4 years. It was incredible. She told me that she couldn’t think of anyone that it would be more fitting to give to - she said I embodied the strength & beauty of the Tiger. I am so honored that she would choose me to give such a valuable and sentimental gift to … it’s just amazing. We then proceeded to eat the food and watch Into The Silence - a silent documentary about monastic life in France. I had to do the dishes halfway through but they really enjoyed it. I packed up everything for them to take home except for some ham, a little of the side dishes and one piece of sweet potato pie. It was a wonderful afternoon. I felt loved…
Suddenly I’m not so preoccupied with you know what and more appreciative of what I have around me.
I woke up at 3:00 in the morning thinking about THAT situation and was driven to tears - an incredible longing in my heart. A yearning for something I have no control over and that’s probably what caused such distress. I got myself out of bed and decided to be productive to counteract this nonsense. I made reservations to go see Long Beach for the weekend of 1/11/08. We’re going to Desert Hot Springs for one of our getaways. I found a great price for airfare 119 and the times are reasonable. She’s gonna look into the cost of two hotels I picked out. 
It should be very relaxing and fun. I miss her - she is a very positive girl - a pitcher of sunshine. It’ll be interesting to see how she’s doing after such an arduous year. They’re getting ready to buy a house and they’re trying again for a baby. After I finished with this, I cried some more (only a temporary distraction) and eventually fell asleep.
It was crisp and cold today but the sun was shining.
I’m grateful for the love and support from all of you.
I am grateful for the love I receive from my friends and family.
I am loved.
I am oh so grateful for honey baked ham, yummy foods and the endless supply of tomorrows
Merry Christmas everyone
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December 25th, 2007 at 11:49 pm
I agree with Julie completely.
Some more love from here too,
iniya
December 26th, 2007 at 8:07 am
What a wonderful Christmas story. I love the story of your friends re-gifting a treasure like that. I should look around my house to see if I could do the same - I am certain that is good for the soul, to pass on a valued possession to a new owner who will love it anew. You have awesome friends.
Sounds like you had a good holiday. And the date w Cop sounds sweet and tender. Before DH I was going out w a guy who’s biggest quality was his ability to sit and neck for hours on the couch… I couldn’t hold a conversation w him to save my life, but the hours of smooching made me feel like high school all over again.
December 26th, 2007 at 8:15 am
What a wondereful generous friend!
Glad you had a great make out session with cop.
When do you start your new work position?
December 26th, 2007 at 2:17 pm
Merry Christmas Anngirl. Your Christmas day sounds perfect, and the gift so very fitting.
Love from me, too, RubyJean.
December 27th, 2007 at 12:08 pm
What a thoughtful and generous gift! You have wonderful friends but only because you are a wonderful friend too! Sounds like you had a great day with lots of love. Isn’t that what Christmas is all about! Hugs to you. Thanks for sharing. I got goosebumps reading this.