Joy

I am celebrating this Christmas like it is the last one ever! Who knows. At my age that is always a possibility and besides it is just a nice way to live.

Searching for just the right presents for each person, even some I don't usually buy gifts for, gave me twice as much joy this year. 

Making a Christmas pie, baking Christmas cookies and even making a special meal for just me to eat has filled the house with good smells. My nose is the fastest way I know to fall into a wonderful memory.

I do not feel sad at all, which feels a little funny given the circumstances this year.

I simply feel blessed to have such wonderful people in my life, to know that next year we will have a new president, and that the covid vaccines are out there.

Ten months of unspeakable darkness and horror has taught me to find joy in the smallest things and for that I am grateful.

I am more than grateful.

I find myself joyful!