For those of you interested, I managed to get out of 36 and into 37 with little to no scarring.  Which is saying alot considering all the things that managed to screw me over this past year.

Got some really nice presents…right up my alley.  Flowers from both of my best friends.  Roses from Dale, an Autumn arrangement from Kris.  “Its A Wonderful Life” (complete with a silver bell, so I can hear when an Angel gets its wings) from the kids, “Gone With The Wind” collectors set from Dale’s Mom (oh how I need a big ol’ dress and plantation I can call “Tara“) & a signed version of “The Lost Symbol” by Dan Brown.  Dale owns several 1st Ed. signed copies of books by one of his favorite authors, Jasper Fforde.  He loves his collection, and I have always wanted a signed ANYTHING, so this is really cool.

I have yet to indulge in my Carvel “Turkey” cake, seeing as how I’ve been miserable sick the last few days.  I think that we’ll consume that tomorrow as we decorate our Christmas tree and put up our lights.  My niece, Sylvia Nicole, will be here Tuesday and will stay for a solid week.  Followed by Henry, his mom & my Jenny for another week-long visit.  We do get a small break in-between their departure and Christmas.  Dale’s parents and my parents are coming up on the 26th, so that should be a hoot.

37 doesn’t look too bad.  I’m only hoping that 2010 treats me & my family better than 2009 did.