Winter Break for the Broken

I've been in my new place for a month now.

I've moved a lot in my life, but never have I felt so at home as I do here. It's like I've come full circle. I have two beautiful boys, and a sweet little girl pup dog, and friends, and a washer and dryer, and a break from everything coming up soon.

Last weekend was my last weekend of work for the season. We have a Christmas party coming up for that, which should be fun; Iron Cafe challenge and all. Yeah, I'm a judge. LOL Good times.

Our old fake tree (two footer) fell over and refused to stand up. It looked so pathetic that I broke down and bought one of those fiber optic ones. It's sitting in the corner looking all festive right now.

I'm looking forward to Christmas this year. Thanksgiving was awesome. I thought I would miss having it with a gathering like I did with my ex, but this time there was no pressure, no stress, just hanging out with friends. After a fantastic meal, we pulled out her Christmas decorations and helped her set up. It sounds silly and strange, but I really enjoyed it.

The boys and I will be doing Christmas alone this year. I'm wrapping presents today. Money is tight, and if it wasn't for the fact that the place I moved into had a first month rent free special, we wouldn't be doing Christmas at all. But, I used that money to invest in something they really want. I also bought a lot of books for them. I redeemed some of my SWAGBUCKS for a gift for my younger son, and my BING rewards for the other son. These types of programs may not seem like much, but they add up and can make the difference between a flat holiday and one that the boys wet themselves with excitement. Neither of them know what I got them, or that I got them anything for that matter. The look on their faces Christmas morning will be priceless!

I'm rambling right now. I don't think I've had any writing that has been this all over the place in a long time. I've been busting out homework for the last few days, and my brain is fried, toast, and butter. And not in a good way.

I'm loving life. I'm loving my apartment. I'm loving my family, as small and sometimes rough and tumble as it is. And I'm loving the choices I'm making.

I hope you all have a fantastic holiday season. May your lives be blessed with the little and important things, and may you always remember to hold those close, even when the big things obscure them.

And thank you all for putting up with my babble!