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Finally Catching Up

I got my Christmas cards mailed and my gifts shipped- all but one. I had to wait to hear where my sister would be for Christmas. While she and her family were here for Thanksgiving, her father-in-law had a stroke and they left from here to go to Nebraska.That is where she will be for Christmas. Today, I have the luxury of catching up on posts. I have missed you!

I think I may have avoided MyBloggers a bit because I was stressed about how poorly prepared I was for Christmas this year. I am a bit depressed about spending Christmas alone. I don't want to sound like I am whining all of the time. That is why/when I really isolate. Well, I am caught up enough so that at least I no longer feel stressed.

posted on Dec 17, 2011 7:06 AM ()

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I have spent Christmas alone several times and it is depressing. Maybe you
could volunteer to help serve food or visit a nursing home. I have never
done that but it is a thought.

comment by elderjane on Dec 19, 2011 12:28 PM ()

Actually, I will likely spend the day painting- if I am here alone. I usually end up being invited over by friends, but I'm not always sure if it is because they feel sorry for me or because they like me.

reply by dragonflyby on Dec 20, 2011 5:23 PM ()

I do worry about you, believe it or not. I was married to a person that suffered from bouts of depression. I feel helpless and sad. Here's wishing you a happy holiday season, free from worries and troubles.

comment by solitaire on Dec 18, 2011 6:16 AM ()

Yes, I am prone to depression, which is why I so ardently cling to my rose-colored glasses. There is so much pain and ugliness in life that I choose instead to focus on beauty, kindness and finding joy in simple pleasures. My focus/ attention is quite selective.That is why I like MyBloggers. People like Jeri and Fredo (two out of many but they come to mind first) have a kind and generous outlook on life. They are healers of spirits. You are stimulating; I think that is your 'gift' to our MyBloggers community. There are many great people here, of which you are one of my favorites- even when you get really p.o.'d at me.

reply by dragonflyby on Dec 18, 2011 11:22 AM ()

I'm working on some photos to post right now.... Thanks for asking. Sometimes my muse hides under the bed....

comment by marta on Dec 18, 2011 3:55 AM ()

I keep checking your page because you post comments on other people's pages, and I keep thinking maybe by now....

reply by dragonflyby on Dec 18, 2011 11:24 AM ()

It's always good to get caught up with what's going on with you, Dottie. I hope you figure out something to do special for Christmas that will cheer you up.

comment by troutbend on Dec 17, 2011 9:58 AM ()

Yes, I feel much better now. Relief.... ahh!

reply by dragonflyby on Dec 17, 2011 8:28 PM ()

send you love and hugs there.Sorry,to be alone on this Christmas Day.
l Loved the card.Wish that I was near by to visit you.Oh!well maybe some day will connect.

comment by fredo on Dec 17, 2011 8:16 AM ()

You got my card already? I just mailed it. You must mean the one above. That one is from a photo of my tree this year.

reply by dragonflyby on Dec 17, 2011 8:28 PM ()

Sending you a warm Christmas ((((HUG)))) to keep you company!

comment by marta on Dec 17, 2011 7:45 AM ()

Thanks... and, when are you going to post again?

reply by dragonflyby on Dec 17, 2011 8:29 PM ()

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