I can't wait for this year to be over.

This year.

I am trying to remember the good things, the good times...

but I have to think hard to call them to mind.

I allowed someone with control issues to take Christmas from me. my mother spent most of Christmas Eve in the hospital... and everyone seems to have forgotten that I am still recovering from surgery.

Today is Christmas.

I enjoyed seeing the cousins, being with me husband, son, and brother.

I was glad that I could offer my mom some support as  she lay in bed, feeling miserable. I am not sure I offered any comfort, but I would like to think I helped her feel better.

Please, I get pleasure from the pleasure of others... what beautiful things happened to you this year?